Lab Technician

Actalent; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; 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)

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick)

Job summary

Actalent is hiring a Laboratory Technician in Chaska, MN. You will contribute to the production of high‑quality chemical and biological reagents for analytical applications, handling formulation, testing, and quality verification in a hands‑on lab environment.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related science and at least 3 months of lab experience, with proficiency in SOPs and instrument operation such as HPLC/ICP, under GMP/QSR standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry or related field.
• Minimum 3 months of laboratory or industry experience outside of coursework.
• Experience working with SOPs and maintaining quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Independently formulate, fill, test, and package reagent products.
• Set up, calibrate, operate, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Perform analytical testing including pH, conductivity, density and other QC checks.
• Conduct raw material testing using analytical techniques such as HPLC and ICP.
• Analyze data, interpret results and raise quality or process concerns.
• Adhere to FDA QSR, GMP and internal quality standards.
• Follow SOPs and manufacturing procedures with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for continuous improvement.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

SOPs compliance

Laboratory techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/Biology/Biochemistry

Tools

HPLC

ICP

Job description

Excellent Hands On Experience | Offers Benefits | Long-Term Opportunity Join a collaborative team responsible for producing high-quality chemical and biological reagents that support critical analytical and diagnostic applications. In this hands‑on laboratory role, you'll have the opportunity to combine your scientific knowledge with advanced manufacturing techniques, working with sophisticated analytical equipment while ensuring products meet the highest quality and regulatory standards.

Laboratory Technician

Excellent Hands On Experience | Offers Benefits | Long-Term Opportunity Join a collaborative team responsible for producing high-quality chemical and biological reagents that support critical analytical and diagnostic applications. In this hands‑on laboratory role, you'll have the opportunity to combine your scientific knowledge with advanced manufacturing techniques, working with sophisticated analytical equipment while ensuring products meet the highest quality and regulatory standards.

What You'll Do

Responsibilities

As a key member of the team, you'll be involved in the complete reagent manufacturing process, including formulation, production, testing, and quality verification. Your responsibilities will include:

• Independently formulate, fill, test, and package chemical and biological reagent products.
• Set up, calibrate, operate, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and reagent manufacturing equipment.
• Perform analytical testing including pH, conductivity, density, and other quality assessments to ensure products meet established specifications.
• Conduct raw material testing using advanced analytical techniques such as HPLC and ICP.
• Analyze data, interpret results, and identify potential process or quality concerns.
• Follow and maintain compliance with FDA Quality System Regulations (QSR), GMP requirements, and internal quality standards.
• Execute work according to SOPs and manufacturing procedures while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support continuous improvement initiatives and process excellence.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or another related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 3 months of laboratory or industry experience outside of academic coursework.
• Experience working with and following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently in a structured environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chaska, MN.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.58 - $25.58/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 Chaska, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 1, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chaska,MN.

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)

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