Sample Prep Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Lab Technician

Shift : 2nd shift. 2-10 : 30pm

Job Description

Join our team as a Lab Technician, where you will play a vital role in supporting our food lab operations. You will assist with labeling containers, glass washing, and transporting samples. While primarily focused on sample preparation, you may have the opportunity for cross-training based on your performance. This role requires being on your feet throughout the day and demands a high level of attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Reduce samples to powder or liquid form for testing using liquid nitrogen.
• Label and store samples accurately.
• Ensure strong documentation and adherence to company regulations.
• Operate a 5lb hammer to grind samples, standing for the majority of the day.
• Be flexible to work an average of 5 hours of overtime per week as needed.
• Participate in vessel washing and other specialty tasks as required.
• Perform data entry tasks, including taking pictures and uploading files a couple of times a month.
• Wash dishes once a week.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.17 - $20.17 / 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 :

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Madison,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.

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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.