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Lab Technician - First Shift
- Actalent (Wharton, NJ)
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Lab Technician – 1st Shift, 2nd Shift and 3rd Shift
Join a fast‑paced, quality‑driven laboratory team where your attention to detail and commitment to accuracy directly support product excellence. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands‑on testing, problem‑solving, and collaborating with production teams to ensure every batch meets the highest standards.
What You’ll Do
+ Perform analytical testing on batches and samples using key laboratory instruments, including pH meters, viscometers, melting point equipment, scales, and water baths.
+ Conduct color matching by evaluating batch color accuracy, providing clear feedback, and partnering with compounders to make necessary adjustments.
+ Prepare and label samples for testing and packaging, ensuring all documentation is accurate and compliant.
+ Complete in‑process quality checks such as gravity, color, and pH measurements to verify product consistency.
+ Communicate with compounders and customers to support approvals, adjustments, and overall product quality.
+ Document all testing activities throughout the shift in alignment with SOPs, GMP standards, and audit requirements.
+ Maintain and collaborate with lab equipment to ensure accuracy, reliability, and proper functionality.
+ Support product verification testing as needed.
+ Contribute to continuous improvement by taking on additional responsibilities that enhance lab operations and workflow efficiency.
Top Skills & Experience
+ Laboratory testing and sample analysis
+ GMP knowledge and compliance
+ Quality Assurance / Quality Control
+ Color matching and visual evaluation
+ Strong documentation and organizational skills
Additional Qualifications
+ Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with internal teams and customer partners
+ Ability to work independently while supporting a team‑oriented environment
+ Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
This position is moving fast! If interested please email me your updated resume to carendas @actalentservices.com with your availability for a 5 minute phone call.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wharton, NJ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.00/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 Wharton,NJ.
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.
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