Entry-Level Lab Technician — Fast-Paced Production Lab

Actalent; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Savings Account

Transportation benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent in Madison, Wisconsin is seeking a Lab Technician for a contract on the 1st shift (9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday). The role supports a high-volume production lab by organizing glassware, managing reagents, and maintaining a clean, compliant workspace to ensure smooth daily operations.

This entry point offers growth into more advanced responsibilities, potential path toward an Associate Analytical Chemist, and a benefits package consistent with a temporary, fully onsite role

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year in fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail in documentation.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Reliable and consistent, with good references.
• Interest in science and lab processes.
• Basic lab tasks like sample prep and pipetting.

Responsibilities

• Organize and store glassware for daily operations.
• Stock reagents and supplies for consistent lab access.
• Prepare bulk reagents and mobile phases per procedures.
• Maintain clean, compliant lab spaces.
• Log reagents into LIMS accurately.
• Support the monographs team with routine tasks.
• Adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced lab.
• Progress to simple tasks as proficiency grows.
• Help meet testing turnaround times with steady output.
• Follow documentation requirements precisely.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Reliable

Interest in science

Basic lab support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Actalent in Madison, Wisconsin is seeking a Lab Technician for a contract on the 1st shift (9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday). The role supports a high-volume production lab by organizing glassware, managing reagents, and maintaining a clean, compliant workspace to ensure smooth daily operations.

This entry point offers growth into more advanced responsibilities, potential path toward an Associate Analytical Chemist, and a benefits package consistent with a temporary, fully onsite role