Lab Assistant

Job Description

As a Lab Assistant, you will conduct daily batch and physical testing for manufacturing operations, utilizing standard chemical assays according to established protocols. You will operate laboratory computers, analytical instrumentation, and systems, including troubleshooting and performing calibrations as needed. You will perform incoming raw material testing, compare analytical results to benchmarks, and verify the quality of received components. Additionally, you will document analytical data, audit information, logs, and specifications using appropriate data management systems, ensuring compliance with company policy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily batch and physical testing for manufacturing operations using standard chemical assays.
• Operate and troubleshoot laboratory computers, analytical instrumentation, and systems.
• Perform incoming raw material testing and verify quality against established benchmarks.
• Document analytical data, audit information, logs, and specifications in compliance with company policy.
• Assist in investigating non-chemical material anomalies on the manufacturing floor.
• Support plant trial requests as necessary.
• Adhere to good laboratory practices for safe chemical handling.
• Perform cleaning and housekeeping tasks in the lab and on analytical equipment.
• Collaborate with chemists to perform additional duties as assigned.
• Ensure regular and predictable attendance.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of experience in a lab or testing environment using wet chemistry procedures.
• Experience in a laboratory setting (Medical, Manufacturing, Food, etc.).
• Ability to troubleshoot and calibrate equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in chemical handling and batch testing.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of HPLCs is a plus.
• Ability to work flexible schedules as needed.
• Demonstrate adaptability to change.
• Open to candidates with or without a degree.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $21.00/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 Harrisonville,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 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.