Lab Operations Assistant

Actalent; Ohio; On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Lab Operations Assistant in Hamilton, MA to support daily lab activities, manage incoming sample vials, and maintain accurate inventory across the lab operations team. You will assist scientists with media preparation and use SAP and ERP tools to document supplies in line with GLP and GMP standards.

In this onsite role, you will follow Quality SOPs, ensure proper labeling and storage, and help keep the laboratory organized and compliant.

Qualifications

• Experience with inventory management in a laboratory setting.
• Hands-on sample handling, labeling and storage.
• Media preparation and reagent handling per SOPs.
• Familiarity with GMP/GLP requirements and QA practices.
• Ability to use SAP and ERP systems to track supplies and documentation.
• Understanding GLP documentation processes and requirements.
• Associate Degree with 12 years of documentation experience aligned with GLP.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in sample handling and inventory.

Responsibilities

• Receive, organize, and manage sample vials as they arrive, ensuring labeling, tracking, and storage.
• Maintain and run inventory across the lab operations team for materials, reagents, and supplies.
• Perform quality inspections to ensure materials meet SOPs and GMP standards.
• Support scientists by preparing media and reagents per procedures and timelines.
• Use SAP and ERP systems to manage supplies, including ordering and updating records.
• Follow GLP, GMP, and Quality SOPs in all documentation and activities.
• Maintain accurate and compliant documentation for inventory and lab processes.
• Collaborate with staff to understand operational needs and provide timely support.
• Identify issues with inventory or sample quality and communicate to the team.
• Contribute to a clean, organized, and safe lab environment.

Skills

Inventory management

Sample handling

Media preparation

GMP/GLP knowledge

ERP systems

Documentation accuracy

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Documentation systems

Job description

Job Title: Lab Operations Assistant Job Description The Lab Operations Assistant supports daily laboratory operations by managing incoming sample vials, maintaining accurate inventory across the lab operations team, and ensuring that materials meet established quality standards. This role also assists scientists with media preparation and uses SAP and other ERP tools to manage scientific supplies and documentation in alignment with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and quality procedures.

Responsibilities

• Receive, organize, and manage sample vials as they arrive at the facility, ensuring proper labeling, tracking, and storage.
• Maintain and run inventory across the lab operations team, ensuring that all laboratory materials, reagents, and supplies are accurately tracked and readily available.
• Perform quality inspections on materials and supplies to ensure they meet established Quality SOPs and GMP standards.
• Support scientists by preparing media and reagents according to defined procedures and timelines.
• Use SAP and other ERP systems to manage scientific supplies, including ordering, tracking, and updating inventory records.
• Follow and uphold GLP, GMP, and Quality SOPs in all sample management, documentation, and operational activities.
• Assist with maintaining accurate and compliant documentation for inventory, sample management, and laboratory processes.
• Collaborate with laboratory staff to understand operational needs and ensure timely support for experiments and routine lab activities.
• Identify and communicate any issues with inventory levels, sample integrity, or quality concerns to appropriate team members.
• Contribute to a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment by following established procedures and housekeeping practices.

Essential Skills

• Experience with inventory management systems for laboratory materials and supplies.
• Hands‑on experience with sample management, including handling, labeling, tracking, and storage of samples.
• Practical experience in media preparation and working with reagents in a laboratory setting.
• Familiarity with Quality SOPs and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements.
• Ability to use SAP or similar ERP systems to manage scientific supplies and inventory.
• Understanding of GLP documentation processes and requirements.
• Associate Degree with 12 years of experience in documentation processes aligned with GLP.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in sample handling, inventory tracking, and documentation.
• Ability to follow written procedures and standard operating procedures consistently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with ERP systems beyond SAP for inventory or sample management.
• Exposure to structured documentation systems and electronic records in a laboratory environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with scientists and lab staff to support operational needs.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks in a fast‑paced lab setting.
• Willingness to learn and expand knowledge of documentation systems, quality processes, and laboratory operations.

Work Environment

This role is 100% onsite in a laboratory environment and follows a Monday through Friday schedule, with typical shifts of either 7:00 a.m.3:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m.4:30 p.m. The position involves working closely with scientists and lab operations staff, handling samples, reagents, and media, and using systems such as SAP and other ERP tools to manage supplies and documentation. The environment emphasizes adherence to GLP, GMP, and Quality SOPs, with a strong focus on accurate documentation and compliant processes. The role offers daily free lunch and the opportunity to learn more about documentation systems and laboratory operations under supportive leadership.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Hamilton, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hamilton,MA.

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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Massachusetts Lie Detector

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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