Formulation Technician I

Actalent; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account (HSA)

PTO / Vacation

Job summary

Actalent in Eugene, Oregon is seeking a Formulation Technician I to support the manufacture of diagnostic and laboratory products in a controlled environment. You will prepare reagents, buffers, dyes, and solutions with precise measurements and contribute to production, quality, and inventory activities while adhering to SOPs and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities include operating UV-Vis spectrophotometers, pH meters, balances, and pipettes; performing aseptic manufacturing; completing batch

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience preparing reagents, buffers, dyes, and lab solutions.
• Experience with aseptic technique in GMP-like environments.
• Ability to follow written procedures and document accurately.
• Experience with inventory and production records is a plus.
• Must work safely with biological and chemical materials.
• Ability to operate spectrophotometers, pH meters, balances, and pipettes.
• Strong attention to detail and teamwork mindset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense reagents, buffers, dyes, and solutions with precise measurements.
• Operate lab equipment (UV-Vis, pH meters, balances, pipettes) following procedures.
• Perform manufacturing activities using aseptic technique and approved SOPs.
• Complete batch records and production documentation accurately and timely.
• Maintain inventories of materials and finished products to support production.
• Support filling, labeling, packaging, and processing as needed.
• Monitor processes for quality or production concerns and take action.
• Troubleshoot routine issues and escalate complex concerns when needed.
• Follow safety, quality, and SOPs; work with cross-functional teams.
• Prioritize tasks, manage time, and adapt to schedules while ensuring quality.

Skills

Reagent preparation

Weighing and pipetting

pH adjustment

Laboratory equipment operation

Aseptic technique

Documentation accuracy

Inventory management

Safety and GMP awareness

Team collaboration

Time management

Reading procedures

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or related field

Tools

UV-Vis spectrophotometers

pH meters

Balances

Pipettes

Job description

Job Title: Formulation Technician I

Job Description

The Formulation Technician I supports the manufacture of high-quality diagnostic and laboratory products in a controlled environment. This hands-on role focuses on preparing reagents, buffers, dyes, and solutions while contributing to production, quality, and inventory activities. The position requires precise measurements and calculations, strict adherence to written procedures, and safe handling of biological and chemical materials. The successful candidate brings strong attention to detail, a process-oriented mindset, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense biological reagents, dyes, buffers, and laboratory solutions using accurate weighing, pipetting, dilution, mixing, and pH adjustment techniques.

• Operate laboratory equipment, including UV-Vis spectrophotometers, pH meters, balances, and pipettes, in accordance with established procedures.

• Perform manufacturing activities using aseptic technique while adhering to approved procedures and safety requirements.

• Complete batch records, production documentation, and other records accurately and in a timely manner.

• Maintain inventories of raw materials, work-in-process materials, and finished products to support continuous production.

• Support filling, labeling, packaging, and processing activities for finished products as needed.

• Monitor processes to identify potential quality or production concerns and take appropriate action.

• Troubleshoot routine manufacturing and laboratory issues and escalate complex concerns when appropriate.

• Follow established safety, quality, and standard operating procedures at all times.

• Work collaboratively with Manufacturing, Quality, and other functional teams to support overall business objectives.

• Prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and adapt to changing production schedules while maintaining high quality standards.

Essential Skills

• Experience preparing reagents, buffers, dyes, and laboratory solutions.

• Accurate weighing, pipetting, dilution, mixing, and pH adjustment skills.

• Ability to operate laboratory equipment including UV-Vis spectrophotometers, pH meters, balances, and pipettes.

• Experience following written procedures and completing documentation accurately.

• Knowledge of inventory management and production recordkeeping.

• Ability to work safely with biological and chemical materials.

• Experience supporting manufacturing, filling, labeling, packaging, or production activities.

• Basic laboratory or manufacturing experience.

• Basic math skills, including dilutions, concentrations, unit conversions, weights, and volumes.

• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.

• Ability to read, understand, and follow written procedures.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

• Strong communication skills.

• Process-oriented mindset with a commitment to quality and safety.

• Dependable, accountable, and able to multitask and prioritize work effectively.

• Adaptable to changing production schedules.

• Background or familiarity with chemistry, biology, microbiology, or related scientific disciplines.

• Ability to work within GMP, cGMP, GLP, ISO-regulated, cleanroom, or controlled manufacturing practices (experience strongly valued).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or a related scientific field (preferred).

• Experience preparing laboratory reagents, buffers, dyes, and solutions in a production or laboratory setting.

• Experience using laboratory instrumentation such as spectrophotometers, pH meters, balances, and pipettes.

• Experience performing aseptic technique in laboratory or manufacturing environments.

• Experience working in GMP/cGMP, GLP, ISO-regulated, cleanroom, or other controlled manufacturing environments.

• Experience supporting production or manufacturing operations, including filling, labeling, and packaging.

• Team-oriented approach with a collaborative mindset.

• Commitment to continuous improvement, quality, and safety.

Work Environment

This role operates in a laboratory and controlled manufacturing environment focused on diagnostic and laboratory product formulation. You will routinely work with biological and chemical materials and must follow strict safety, quality, and operating procedures. The position involves frequent use of laboratory equipment such as UV-Vis spectrophotometers, pH meters, balances, and pipettes, as well as participation in filling, labeling, and packaging activities. Work is highly process-driven and documentation-intensive, requiring careful attention to detail and adherence to established standards. The environment supports cross-functional collaboration with Manufacturing, Quality, and other teams, and may involve adapting to changing production schedules while maintaining high quality and safety standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Eugene, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Eugene,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 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 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.

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