Lab Technician (Part-time)

Job Title : Lab Technician (Part-time)

Job Description

The lab technician plays a crucial role in supporting laboratory operations by maintaining laboratory and supply storage areas, equipment, instruments, and supplies. The technician will employ general lab methods, techniques, equipment, and instrumentation while adhering to quality assurance programs and standard operating procedures.

Responsibilities

Retrieve samples from Sample Control for analysis.

Perform sample preparation tasks including aliquoting samples, spiking and tracing samples, preparing reagents, bottling samples, and setting up liquid racks.

Resolve discrepancies and anomalies to ensure proper labeling of samples.

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

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

Essential Skills

Experience in laboratory operations and sample preparation.

Knowledge of biology and chemistry.

High School Diploma is required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Associate's degree is nice to have.

Experience in quality assurance, microbiology, food chemistry, and environmental monitoring.

Understanding of quality control, food safety, and food science.

Consistent job tenure of at least 1 year is preferred.

For new graduates, achievements in school through extracurriculars, internships, research, or jobs are desirable.

Experience in food service can be beneficial.

Work Environment

The position is located in a microbiology food testing lab. The shift is Thursday to Saturday from 12pm to 7 : 30pm, with overtime as needed. The lab operates 7 days a week, working closely with food manufacturers to ensure the quality and safety of food products, primarily 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 Nov 24, 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.

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