Chemical Process Lab Technician

Actalent; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Chemical Process Lab Technician for a contract-to-hire role in Fremont, CA. The candidate will follow written procedures to process, purify, and fabricate products, operating reactors, tanks, pumps, and meters in a GMP environment.

Responsibilities include sampling, analysis, inventory checks, labeling, and strict adherence to safety and 5S standards. The role requires experience with hazardous chemicals, laboratory skills, and a BS in Materials Science or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Experience with hazardous chemicals and laboratory techniques required.
• Experience operating reactors and batch processes in a GMP manufacturing environment.
• BS in Materials Science or equivalent is required.
• Experience with 400L or larger reactors/tanks preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process, purify, and fabricate products through batch operations based on written procedures.
• Operate equipment including reactors, tanks, pumps, meters, and valves.
• Collect process samples and perform lab analysis.
• Weigh, measure, and verify raw materials and finished products; maintain inventory.
• Maintain batch tickets, log sheets, and calibration records; ensure 5S housekeeping.

Skills

Hazardous chemicals

Laboratory skills

Reactor operation

Batch processes

GMP manufacturing

400L tanks

Technical communication

Education

BS in Materials Science

Tools

Reactors

Chemical tanks

Job description

Job Title: Chemical Process Lab TechnicianJob Description

Responsibilities

• Work from written procedures to process, purify, and chemically fabricate products and their compounds through a sequence of batch operations.

• Operate equipment, including reactors, tanks, pumps, mixers, pH meters, level meters, flow meters, valves, and hoses used in the manufacture of products.

• Collect process samples and conduct lab analysis.

• Handle liquid and solid chemicals using pumps, scales, and flow meters. Weigh, measure, and check raw materials and finished products to ensure proper ingredients and quantities are used, and maintain accurate inventory.

• Perform product weighing, packaging, labeling, and boxing operations in accordance with SOPs.

• Locate materials in the warehouse and transport them to manufacturing areas.

• Maintain required log sheets including batch tickets, packaging sheets, scrubber operation logs, pH meter calibration, and equipment inspections.

• Attend required HSE training including Hazardous Waste Management, emergency response, and Hazard Communication, demonstrating an acceptable level of understanding of topics.

• Package, mark, and label Hazardous Waste containers.

• Operate equipment and follow procedures in accordance with ISO 9001 and OHSA standards.

• Maintain housekeeping and 5S standards in work area.

• Communicate with shift leader regarding safety, production, quality, or any other operational issues and actively participate in shift meetings to assist in work planning and continuous improvement.

• Adhere to all corporate, plant, and safety policies/procedures.

• Wear personal protective equipment as applicable.

• Complete all assigned training, including corporate, HSE, and Quality-specific training.

• Assist other chemical technicians in operations, processes, and procedures as needed to ensure efficiency, safety, and compliance.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Experience with hazardous chemicals.

• Laboratory skills.

• Experience operating reactors.

• BS in Materials Science or equivalent.

• Experience in a commercial size GMP manufacturing environment.

• Experience working with reactors and chemical tanks of 400L or more.

• Experience with manufacturing specialty chemicals using batch processes.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to convey technical information effectively and concisely.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a clean-room environment is a plus.

• Comfortable moving chemical drums.

• Experience working with automated manufacturing equipment.

Work Environment

Our work environment is characterized by a good culture and a great atmosphere, offering longevity in your career. You'll work with state-of-the-art equipment, and adhere to stringent safety standards. The role demands adherence to ISO 9001 and OHSA standards, with a focus on maintaining cleanliness and organization according to 5S standards. Personal protective equipment is required, and you will be expected to complete all necessary training to ensure safety and quality in operations.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $34.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Job Type & Location

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

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 24, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fremont,CA.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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 process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.