Lab Technician

Actalent • San Diego, CA • 3d ago

Job Title: Lab TechnicianJob Description

As a Lab Technician, you will perform manufacturing and quality tasks in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions (WIs), and Batch Records (BRs). You will operate and maintain a variety of process equipment and contribute to the production and quality assurance processes.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain process equipment, including automated liquid handling systems (Opentrons and Hamilton Star/Starlet), vacuum ovens and pumps, multi-channel pipettes, UV-Vis spectrophotometers, pH and conductivity meters.

Formulate reagents and buffers according to specifications.

Assemble and package finished goods.

Identify and escalate process-related issues as they arise.

Collect, analyze, and interpret quality data; communicate findings and escalate issues to team leads, supervisors, or engineering team as needed.

Maintain accurate inventory through cycle counts and process work orders to ensure product availability.

Troubleshoot manufacturing processes as required.

Maintain a clean and safe work environment and actively participate in 6S initiatives.

Collaborate with scientists, engineers, and manufacturing personnel to support R&D and process improvement activities aligned with production goals.

Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Manager.

Essential Skills

Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.

Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as collaboratively in team settings.

Solid understanding of GDP, GLP, and cGMP requirements.

Basic knowledge of equipment upkeep, calibration, and maintenance.

Proficient computer skills, including experience with Excel, Word, and MES.

Working knowledge of MRP and ERP systems.

Experience with SOPs and BRs.

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, engineering, or a relevant field of study.

1 - 3 years of relevant experience in consumable manufacturing preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Hands-on experience with surface chemistry is a plus.

Hands-on experience with automation is a plus.

An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.

Work Environment

This position operates within a manufacturing lab environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/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 San Diego,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 9, 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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