Lab Technician

Actalent; King of Prussia (PA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

HSA

Job summary

Actalent in King Of Prussia, PA, is seeking a Lab Technician for the Materials Control Laboratory. You will perform routine metallic material testing, prepare samples, operate tensile testing machines, and document results to support material release decisions in a regulated ISO/IEC environment.

The role requires a high school diploma (Associate preferred), experience in a metals/manufacturing setting, and attention to safety and quality procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree in related field preferred.
• 13 years of laboratory or quality-related experience in a manufacturing or materials environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory testing on incoming metallic materials and in-process samples.
• Prepare samples for mechanical, chemical, and metallurgical testing.
• Operate tensile testing equipment, including UTMs.
• Record, document, and organize test results to support material release decisions.
• Follow safety protocols and ISO/IEC standards.

Skills

Tensile testing

Sample preparation

Lab equipment operation

Documentation & data recording

Metals knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Chemistry, Engineering Technology, or related field

Tools

Tensile testers

Universal Testing Machines (UTM)

Calibrated instruments

Job description

Job Title: Lab Technician Materials Control Laboratory

Job Description

The Lab Technician Materials Control Laboratory performs laboratory testing, inspections, and data collection on metallic raw materials and in-process samples to support manufacturing quality and material release decisions. This role ensures all testing is completed accurately, safely, and in compliance with ISO/IEC standards, internal quality systems, and applicable customer requirements. The Lab Technician works under the direction of the Lab Manager and collaborates with cross-functional teams in a metals manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory testing on incoming metallic raw materials and in-process samples in accordance with approved procedures.
• Prepare samples for mechanical, chemical, and metallurgical testing, including cutting, mounting, and labeling to specified standards.
• Operate laboratory and testing equipment, with a primary focus on tensile strength testing using tensile testers or Universal Testing Machines (UTM).
• Accurately record, document, and organize test results and observations to support material release and manufacturing quality decisions.
• Conduct inspections and measurements using calibrated instrumentation to verify material properties and compliance with specifications.
• Handle and prepare different alloys and metals used in tube manufacturing for tensile testing to evaluate pulling and tension strength before failure.
• Follow established safety protocols and laboratory best practices while working with metals, equipment, and testing instruments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a metals manufacturing environment to communicate test findings and support continuous improvement.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the laboratory area, equipment, and tools to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.
• Support adherence to ISO/IEC and company quality system requirements by following documented procedures and reporting any deviations.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Chemistry, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
• 13 years of laboratory or quality-related experience in a manufacturing or materials environment preferred.
• Ability to perform mechanical, chemical, and metallurgical sample preparation, including cutting, mounting, and labeling.
• Experience operating laboratory instruments and testing equipment, ideally including tensile testers or Universal Testing Machines (UTM).
• Ability to accurately record, document, and interpret test results and measurements.
• Familiarity with metals, alloys, and their behavior under mechanical testing conditions.
• Understanding of basic laboratory safety practices and quality procedures.
• Ability to follow detailed written procedures and work instructions in a regulated environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with metals, laboratory instruments, or manufacturing processes is a plus.
• Comfort working with mechanical testing equipment and measurement tools.
• Familiarity with ISO/IEC standards and company quality systems is beneficial.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in testing and documentation.
• Effective communication skills to discuss lab experience, instrumentation familiarity, and test results with supervisors and team members.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional manufacturing environment.

Work Environment

This role is based in a laboratory within a metals manufacturing environment. The Lab Technician primarily operates tensile testing equipment, including tensile testers and Universal Testing Machines (UTM), to evaluate the pulling and tension strength of various alloys and metals used in tube production before failure. Work involves handling metallic raw materials and in-process samples, preparing specimens, and using calibrated instrumentation for measurements and inspections. The environment follows structured safety and quality procedures aligned with ISO/IEC and internal quality systems. The position requires working around mechanical testing equipment and standard laboratory tools in a controlled, process-driven setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of King Of Prussia, PA.

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 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in King Of Prussia,PA.

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.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.