Lab Technician

Actalent; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 49,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance through Cigna

Dental and vision coverage through Δ?

Company-matched 401(k)

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Job summary

Actalent in Kokomo, IN is seeking a Quality Control Lab Technician to support testing, inspections, and QA activities within an advanced manufacturing environment. You will evaluate materials, conduct analytical tests, and document results to ensure products meet quality standards.

The role emphasizes data integrity, instrument operation (GC, HPLC, ICP, spectroscopy), CAPA support, and safe lab practices on a 3rd shift pattern. This is a permanent onsite position with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in a chemistry/materials related field is required.
• At least 2 years of laboratory experience in quality control or materials testing.
• Hands-on experience operating laboratory instrumentation and interpreting results.

Responsibilities

• Perform lab testing and quality inspections on materials and finished products.
• Conduct analytical tests including viscosity, solids, density, moisture, conductivity, and particle size.
• Operate analytical instrumentation (GC, HPLC, spectroscopy, rheology) to characterize materials.
• Record, analyze, and communicate test results to teams to support decisions.
• Maintain calibration, preventive maintenance, and troubleshoot equipment.

Skills

Lab testing

Quality control

Instrument operation

Data analysis

SOP compliance

Team collaboration

Safety practices

Root cause investigations

Education

Associate degree in Chemistry or related technical field

Tools

Gas Chromatography

Liquid Chromatography

Spectroscopy

ICP-OES / ICP-MS

Rheometry tools

Viscosity & moisture analyzers

Job description

Job Title: Lab Technician

This Quality Control Laboratory Technician role supports testing, inspection, and quality assurance activities within an advanced manufacturing environment. You will evaluate raw materials, chemical formulations, in-process production samples, and finished products to ensure they meet established quality standards. In this position, you generate accurate laboratory data, support investigations into quality issues, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product performance and manufacturing reliability.

Job Description

This Quality Control Laboratory Technician role supports testing, inspection, and quality assurance activities within an advanced manufacturing environment. You will evaluate raw materials, chemical formulations, in-process production samples, and finished products to ensure they meet established quality standards. In this position, you generate accurate laboratory data, support investigations into quality issues, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product performance and manufacturing reliability.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing and quality inspections on raw materials, in-process production samples, and finished products to verify conformance to specifications.
• Conduct analytical testing, including viscosity, solids content, density, moisture, conductivity, particle size, and other material performance evaluations.
• Operate analytical instrumentation to characterize materials and confirm product quality, using equipment such as gas chromatography, liquid chromatography, spectroscopy, and particle size analyzers.
• Collect and prepare samples in accordance with established testing procedures, standard operating procedures, and quality requirements.
• Record, analyze, and clearly communicate test results to production, engineering, and quality teams to support decision-making.
• Verify compliance with product specifications and promptly identify non-conforming materials, processes, or results for further investigation.
• Perform routine calibration, preventive maintenance, and basic troubleshooting of laboratory equipment to ensure reliable operation and data integrity.
• Support root cause investigations, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and process improvement efforts related to material quality and manufacturing performance.
• Maintain accurate laboratory documentation, test records, and quality system compliance, ensuring audit-ready data and traceability.
• Promote and maintain a safe, organized, and compliant laboratory environment, following safe laboratory practices and applicable quality system requirements.

Essential Skills

• Associate degree or higher in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Technology, Laboratory Science, or a related technical discipline.
• At least 2 years of experience in laboratory work, quality control, materials testing, chemical processing, or manufacturing.
• Hands‑on experience operating laboratory instrumentation and interpreting analytical test results.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to generate accurate technical documentation and perform data analysis.
• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams.
• Knowledge of standard operating procedures (SOPs), quality systems, and safe laboratory practices.
• Experience in chemical manufacturing, battery materials, conductive slurries, specialty chemicals, coatings, adhesives, polymers, or advanced materials.
• Experience performing material characterization, purity analysis, contaminant testing, and solvent analysis.
• Experience in root cause analysis, CAPA programs, supplier quality, and process improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, IATF, or other regulated quality management systems.
• Ability to work 3rd shift (8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.) on a rotating schedule.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in battery, chemical, coatings, specialty materials, semiconductor, or industrial manufacturing environments.
• Proven success working with laboratory instrumentation such as gas chromatography, liquid chromatography, spectroscopy, and rheology tools.
• Strength in quality investigations and process troubleshooting within a manufacturing setting.
• Comfort working with conductive slurries, specialty chemicals, and advanced material systems.
• Interest in contributing to a growing organization with room for professional growth and advancement.

Work Environment

This role operates in a controlled laboratory environment within a chemical manufacturing facility. You work primarily on 3rd shift from 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m., following a rotating schedule of Thursday, Friday, Saturday and every other Wednesday, with a 3-on/4-off and 4-on/3-off pattern. The laboratory utilizes advanced analytical technologies, including Gas Chromatography (GC), High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), ICP-OES or ICP-MS, UV-Visible Spectroscopy, particle size analyzers, rheometers and viscometers, moisture analyzers, and conductivity and pH meters. Personal protective equipment (PPE), which may include a respirator, is required when working with certain chemical processes. The environment emphasizes safety, organization, and audit readiness, and is part of a growing, startup‑style operation that offers room for growth and advancement as the facility expands.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Kokomo, IN.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $54080.00 - $54080.00/yr.

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.

Benefits Eligible hourly employees receive a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their health, financial well‑being, and work‑life balance. Benefits become available on the first of the month following 30 days of employment, with the exception of paid vacation accrual. Benefits Include: Medical insurance through Cigna Dental and vision coverage through Delta Dental Company‑paid basic life and AD&D insurance 401(k) retirement plan with company match Paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure Paid company holidays throughout the year 401(k) Company Match 100% match on the first 4% of employee contributions 50% match on the next 3% contributed Paid Time Off 80 hours PTO after 30 days of employment (prorated in the first year) Increased PTO opportunities based on years of service Recognized Paid Holidays The company observes multiple paid holidays, including New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kokomo,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 10, 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.

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):

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