Chemistry Lab Technician

Actalent; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and sciences services provider is seeking a Lab Technician in Saint Paul, MN. This role involves conducting chemical and application testing, providing technical support, and ensuring data accuracy. Candidates should have a basic understanding of chemistry and proficiency in lab techniques and Microsoft Office. The position offers a pay range of $23.00 - $24.00/hr and requires working onsite.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Transportation benefits

Time Off/Leave

Qualifications

• Understanding of chemical handling and safety.
• Experience in lab techniques.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine lab analysis and technical support.
• Cross-train for various lab analysis types.
• Utilize the LIMS system for tracking and reporting.
• Provide accurate data summaries.
• Complete special project assignments.
• Update documentation for SOPs.

Skills

Basic understanding of Chemistry

Proficiency in safe lab techniques

Proficiency in Microsoft software

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Lab Technician

This position is part of a dedicated team that supports multiple divisions within a central laboratory. The role involves conducting chemical and application testing such as cleaning evaluation, damage analysis, and materials compatibility testing. You will handle samples delivered from customer sites, coordinated by field sales associates. Ensuring data accuracy, quality, and swift report turnaround are critical objectives for the department.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine lab analysis and technical support to the Sales and Service organization.
• Cross-train to support all types of analysis required by the lab.
• Utilize the LIMS system for lab sample tracking and reporting.
• Provide clear and accurate data summaries and analysis.
• Complete special project assignments to improve the knowledge base or upgrade lab infrastructure.
• Update and develop documentation for Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Essential Skills / Qualifications

• Basic understanding of Chemistry, including chemical handling and safety.
• Proficiency in safe lab techniques.
• Proficiency in Microsoft software including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Work Environment

This is a great opportunity to kickstart a career within an exciting and growing division that is directly tied to the sales team. You will work in a dynamic laboratory environment that emphasizes teamwork and innovation. The dress code is business casual, and the role supports cross-divisional corporate sales and service forces across North America.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $24.00/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:

• 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 Saint Paul, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 13, 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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