• Lab Assistant

    Actalent (Harrisonville, MO)


    Lab Assistant

    Job Description

    As a Lab Assistant, you will be responsible for conducting daily batch and physical testing for manufacturing operations using standard chemical assays according to established protocols. You will operate laboratory computers, analytical instrumentation, and systems, troubleshooting and performing calibrations as necessary. Additionally, you will execute incoming raw material testing, compare analytical results to established benchmarks, and verify the quality of received components. You will document analytical data, audit information, logs, and specifications in compliance with company policy, and assist in investigating non-chemical material anomalies on the manufacturing floor.

    Responsibilities

    + Conduct daily batch and physical testing for manufacturing operations.

    + Operate laboratory computers, analytical instrumentation, and systems.

    + Troubleshoot and perform calibrations as required.

    + Execute incoming raw material testing and verify the quality of received components.

    + Document analytical data, audit information, logs, and specifications.

    + Assist in investigating non-chemical material anomalies on the manufacturing floor.

    + Support plant trial requests as necessary.

    + Adhere to good laboratory practices for safe and proper handling of chemicals.

    + Perform cleaning and housekeeping tasks for both the laboratory and analytical equipment.

    + Collaborate with chemists to perform additional duties as assigned.

    + Ensure regular and predictable attendance.

    Essential Skills

    + 1+ years of experience in a lab or testing environment using wet chemistry procedures preferred.

    + Experience in laboratory settings such as Medical, Manufacturing, or Food.

    + Good oral and written communication skills.

    + Good computer skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

    + Good organizational and time management skills.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Open to both degreed and non-degreed candidates.

    + Troubleshooting and calibration experience.

    + Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.

    + Knowledge of chemical handling and batch testing.

    + Flexibility to work a flexible schedule as needed.

    + Knowledge of HPLCs is a plus.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Harrisonville, MO.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $21.00/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 Harrisonville,MO.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 29, 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.