Lab Technician

Actalent; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO / Vacation or Sick Leave

Job summary

Actalent in Piscataway, NJ is seeking a Lab Technician to support day-to-day lab operations, handling raw materials, labeling, and documentation in a chemical/cosmetic manufacturing environment. You will work hands-on with pH meters, viscometers, homogenizers, water baths, and batching equipment, maintain SDS records, manage inventory, and ensure safety compliance and accurate record-keeping.

This contract, onsite role offers a four-day work week and benefits, with the successful candidate

Qualifications

• Labeling processes experience in a lab/manufacturing setting.
• Experience using lab equipment such as pH meters, viscometers, batching equipment, water baths.
• Experience in SDS management and safety documentation.

Responsibilities

• Label raw materials accurately per procedures.
• Operate lab equipment to support testing and production.
• Dispose of materials safely per procedures and regulations.
• Print and apply labels for clear identification and traceability.
• Organize and maintain lab inventory of materials and supplies.
• Update and maintain the SDS system for safety documentation.
• Monitor inventory to prevent stockouts/overstock.
• Perform routine lab maintenance and housekeeping.
• Order supplies and manage incoming materials.
• Support equipment maintenance and calibration for accurate results.
• Follow lab safety protocols and regulatory standards.
• Assist with regulatory documentation related to chemical and cosmetic manufacturing.

Skills

Labeling processes

Laboratory equipment operation

SDS management

Chemical/cosmetic manufacturing

Inventory management

Data accuracy

Lab safety practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry / Cosmetics / Chemical Engineering

Tools

pH meters

Viscometers

Homogenizers

Batching equipment

Water baths

Job description

Job Title: Lab Technician

Job Description

The Lab Technician supports day-to-day laboratory operations by managing raw materials, maintaining accurate labeling and documentation, and ensuring a clean, safe, and well-organized work environment. This role involves hands-on work with laboratory equipment, inventory systems, and safety data documentation within a chemical or cosmetic manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Label raw materials accurately and consistently in accordance with established procedures.

• Use laboratory equipment such as pH meters, viscometers, homogenizers, water baths, and batching equipment to support testing and production activities.

• Dispose of raw materials safely and in compliance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements.

• Print labels and apply them to containers to ensure clear identification and traceability of materials.

• Organize and maintain lab inventory, including raw materials, packaging, and general supplies.

• Manage and update the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) system to ensure safety documentation is current and accessible.

• Monitor inventory levels and support inventory management activities to prevent stockouts and overstock situations.

• Perform routine lab maintenance, including cleaning dishware, organizing supplies, and maintaining packaging and raw material storage areas.

• Order laboratory supplies and manage incoming materials to support continuous lab operations.

• Support equipment maintenance and calibration activities to ensure accurate and reliable test results.

• Follow lab safety protocols and contribute to a safe working environment by adhering to regulatory and internal safety standards.

• Support regulatory documentation activities related to chemical and cosmetic manufacturing, including FDA-related requirements where applicable.

Essential Skills

• 1-3 years of experience with labeling processes in a laboratory or manufacturing environment.

• 1-3 years of experience working with laboratory equipment such as pH meters, viscometers, homogenizers, batching equipment, and water baths.

• 1-3 years of experience in SDS (Safety Data Sheet) management and safety data documentation.

• 1-3 years of experience in the chemical manufacturing industry, with cosmetic manufacturing experience preferred.

• Strong skills in inventory management and organization of raw materials and laboratory supplies.

• Demonstrated ability to manage and maintain safety data and regulatory documents.

• Knowledge of lab safety practices and ability to follow established safety protocols.

• Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field such as Chemistry, Cosmetics, or Chemical Engineering (preferred).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in cosmetic manufacturing or working with cosmetic products.

• Familiarity with regulatory documents and requirements related to chemical and cosmetic products, including FDA-related processes.

• Ability to maintain accurate labeling and documentation across multiple materials and containers.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and traceability.

• Ability to build productive working relationships with suppliers and internal teams.

• Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks such as inventory, labeling, and equipment support simultaneously.

Work Environment

This role operates in a laboratory environment within a chemical or cosmetic manufacturing setting. The Lab Technician works hands-on with equipment such as pH meters, viscometers, homogenizers, batching systems, and water baths, as well as with raw materials, packaging, and lab supplies. The position offers a four-day work week, providing a balanced schedule while supporting a high-performing, globally recognized brand. The culture emphasizes promoting from within, fostering career growth and long-term development. Work involves close collaboration with suppliers and internal teams, adherence to lab safety standards, and consistent use of safety data and regulatory documentation systems.1-3

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Piscataway, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Piscataway,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 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): 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.