Upstream Laboratory Technician

Actalent • Sanford, NC • 2d ago

Job Title: Laboratory Technician

Job Description

Join a dynamic Manufacturing Science & Technology (MSAT) team as a Laboratory Technician, where you will play a crucial role in supporting laboratory activities and ensuring the timely completion of critical projects.

Responsibilities

Prepare solutions and media for laboratory experiments.

Operate equipment following instructions provided by lead scientists.

Perform in-process sampling and testing.

Set up and dismantle equipment as required.

Decontaminate and clean equipment and facilities.

Prepare samples for analytical testing.

Conduct routine maintenance of equipment and instruments.

Monitor and restock laboratory and equipment consumables.

Receive, transport, and organize MSAT samples during manufacturing and pilot campaigns.

Ensure compliance with laboratory hygiene standards (5S) and safety procedures.

Collaborate with the team to achieve experimental goals.

Support lab personnel in data extraction, verification, and equipment troubleshooting.

Assist with operations in cell culture, including solution preparation, consumable assembly, vial thaw, seed expansion, production bioreactor, harvest, and sample submission.

Essential Skills

Mammalian cell culture experience.

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Prior laboratory experience managing inventory, stocking, glass washing, and buffer preparation.

Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in the biopharmaceutical or biotech industries.

Strong experience in inventory control, shipping/receiving, and warehouse operations.

Attention to detail and ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Ability to handle physical tasks such as lifting and moving materials.

Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently and proactively.

Experience with buffer preparation and glassware handling.

Familiarity with inventory tracking systems.

Work Environment

The role requires a shifted work week to cover Saturday and Sunday. During weeks without weekend activities, the schedule can be adjusted to ensure hours are met. Rotating with peers to cover holiday and off-shift work based on process demands is necessary. The work environment is very team-oriented, requiring cross-functional collaboration within the MSAT lab department. The role involves working in a lab, office, and manufacturing facility.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Sanford, North Carolina.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $30.00/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 Sanford,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 17, 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 (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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