Lab Technician

Actalent; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO / Vacation

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Lab Technician for our Lancaster, PA laboratory to prepare samples for testing, plate microbiological samples, and document results in SOP-compliant records.

You will work in a fast-paced food and environmental testing environment, maintain clean work areas, and follow GMP and safety procedures. Shifts are 3:00 PM–11:30 PM or 4:00 PM–12:30 AM, with potential for overtime in a contract-to-hire arrangement.

Qualifications

• Experience with sample preparation, pipetting, and plating.
• Ability to follow SOPs and handle repetitive tasks.
• Comfortable standing for extended periods.
• Experience working in fast-paced environments.
• Strong attention to detail and dependability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for laboratory testing.
• Perform sample preparation activities according to SOPs.
• Prepare media and laboratory materials.
• Plate samples for microbiological analysis.
• Accurately document work completed.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Follow GMP, laboratory safety, and quality procedures.
• Support laboratory operations to ensure turnaround times are met.

Skills

Sample preparation

Pipetting

Plating

SOP adherence

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Science, Environmental Science, or related field

Job description

Job Title: Lab TechnicianJob Description

We are seeking a dedicated Lab Technician to prepare samples for laboratory testing and perform sample preparation activities according to standard operating procedures (SOPs). The role involves preparing media and laboratory materials, plating samples for microbiological analysis, and accurately documenting completed work. The technician will maintain clean and organized work areas while following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), laboratory safety, and quality procedures. Additionally, the technician will support laboratory operations to ensure turnaround times are met.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for laboratory testing.

• Perform sample preparation activities according to SOPs.

• Prepare media and laboratory materials.

• Plate samples for microbiological analysis.

• Accurately document work completed.

• Maintain clean and organized work areas.

• Follow GMP, laboratory safety, and quality procedures.

• Support laboratory operations to ensure turnaround times are met.

Essential Skills

• Experience in sample preparation, pipetting, and plating.

• Ability to follow SOPs and handle repetitive tasks.

• Comfortable standing for extended periods.

• Experience working in fast-paced environments.

• Strong attention to detail and dependability.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Science, Environmental Science, or a related field preferred.

• Experience in laboratory, food manufacturing, retail, restaurant, production, warehouse, or other high-volume operational environments.

• Positive attitude and ability to work effectively within a team environment.

• Experience with aseptic techniques and food science is a plus.

Work Environment

Work in a fast-paced food and environmental testing laboratory with a team-oriented environment and high sample volume. Tasks include sample preparation, plating, and media preparation with strict adherence to quality and safety standards. Employees will spend the majority of their shift on their feet. Flexible schedules are required, with potential for overtime. Shifts available: Monday to Friday, 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM; Tuesday to Saturday, 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM or 4:00 PM - 12:30 AM; Sunday to Thursday, 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lancaster, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.50/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 Lancaster,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 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.

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): 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.