• Entry Level Lab Technician

    Actalent (Dallas, TX)


    Job Title: Laboratory Assistant

    Job Description

    Join our team as a Laboratory Assistant, where you will work closely with our Chemist to sample and test food products, report data, and maintain meticulous records of raw materials and tests performed.

    Responsibilities

    + Conduct sampling and testing of food products.

    + Report data accurately and maintain documentation of raw materials and tests.

    + Perform manual and automatic titrations and operate laboratory equipment including HPLC, pH meters, and spectrophotometers.

    + Accurately weigh chemicals and samples for testing.

    + Maintain laboratory records and inventory.

    + Conduct pre-operation inspections on the production floor.

    + Perform visual inspections and metal detector checks.

    + Ensure sifter screens are clean and functioning properly.

    Essential Skills

    + Must have Associates in Science or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related science field.

    + Experience with HPLC, pH, viscosity, and titrations.

    + Proficiency in chemical testing and maintaining lab records.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Experience in food-related roles such as server, cook, or baker.

    + Knowledge of blending, mixing, salt, and enzyme processes.

    Work Environment

    You will work in a collaborative laboratory environment where the pace varies day by day. Team members help each other complete testing in a supportive atmosphere. The dress code includes jeans, closed-toed shoes, and a t-shirt. The standard shift is from 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with occasional early or late hours and some Saturdays depending on workload.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dallas, TX 75247.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Dallas,TX 75247.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 20, 2026.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.