• Food Lab Technician

    Actalent (Piscataway, NJ)


    Job Title: Food Lab TechnicianJob Description

     

    As a Food Lab Technician, you will execute bench work and share key learnings, working both individually and within cross-functional teams. You will be responsible for producing benchtop samples, conducting shelf-life tests, collecting analytical data, and ensuring accurate sample preparation.

    Responsibilities

    + Execute bench work and share key learnings.

    + Work individually and in cross-functional teams.

    + Organize work details, capture learnings, and plan next steps.

    + Oversee sample testing.

    + Produce benchtop samples for internal, consumer, and sales tastings.

    + Conduct shelf-life tests on products.

    + Collect analytical data on new and existing formulations.

    + Ensure accurate sample preparation.

    + Operate lab and plant equipment.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience in laboratory and food science.

    + Associates or bachelor's degree in biology, food science, or chemistry.

    + 1+ year of lab bench-top experience.

    Work Environment

    The work environment stands out for its focus on refrigerated snack bars, with significant growth projected. You will have the opportunity to contribute to a rapidly expanding sector, specifically in refrigerated Greek yogurt bars, highlighting a dynamic and evolving market.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Piscataway, NJ.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/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 Piscataway,NJ.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 27, 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.