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Actively Interviewing for a Lab Technician to join food testing lab in Tucker, GA!

Job Description

The main function of a lab technician is to support laboratory operations by maintaining laboratory and supply storage areas, equipment, instruments, and supplies. The lab technician is expected to apply general lab methods, techniques, equipment, and instrumentation in compliance with quality assurance programs and standard operating procedures.

Responsibilities

+ Retrieve samples from Sample Control for analysis.

+ Perform sample preparation, including aliquoting samples, spiking and tracing samples, preparing reagents, bottling samples, preparing concentrations, separation, sonication, and setting up liquid racks.

+ Resolve discrepancies and anomalies to ensure samples are properly labeled.

+ Prepare general lab paperwork, such as recording analysis results, tracking samples, bench sheets, and lab logbooks.

+ Wash lab glassware to prepare for the next day's samples and stock lab supplies.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in laboratory techniques and sample preparation.

+ Knowledge of biology and chemistry.

+ High school diploma is required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ An Associate's or Bachelor's degree is preferred.

+ Experience in quality, microbiology, quality assurance, food chemistry, environmental monitoring, quality control, food safety, and food science.

+ Consistent job tenure of at least 1 year.

+ Relevant experience in biology is highly preferred.

+ New graduates should have achievements within school, such as extracurriculars, internships, research, or jobs.

+ Success has been seen with individuals from a food service experience.

Work Environment

The position is in a microbiology food testing lab. The shift is Tuesday through Saturday, with hours from 11 AM to 7:30 PM, plus overtime as needed. The lab operates 7 days a week. Clients are food manufacturers, and the lab acts as a middleman between food manufacturing and food being shipped to consumers, ensuring quality and safety. Primary samples include ready-to-eat peanut butter and poultry.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tucker, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $17.00/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 Tucker,GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 23, 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.