Lab Technician

Actalent; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off

Job summary

Actalent seeks an entry-level microbiology technician in Saint Paul, MN for an 8-month contract split between lab duties and autoclave sterilization requalification. You’ll perform biological, chemical and physical testing across manufacturing stages and rotate through five assignments.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, aseptic technique and data integrity, with a 6:00 AM–2:30 PM shift and onsite work at SAINT PAUL, MN.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Microbiology, Biology or Chemistry or similar field.
• Understanding of aseptic techniques or biological testing.
• Attention to detail with ability to keep detailed notes and logs.
• Knowledge of endotoxin testing, bioburden testing and sterility testing.
• Familiarity with autoclaves and CIP/SIP systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct biological, chemical and physical analyses on materials and products.
• Use lab instruments and LIMS to collect data and ensure data integrity.
• Write exception documents and maintain complete quality records.
• Audit and update plant SOPs and assist in corrective actions.
• Support environmental monitoring programs and production improvements.

Skills

Aseptic Technique

Biology

Microbiology

Quality Control

Quality Assurance

Medical Device

Education

BS/BA in Microbiology, Biology or Chemistry

Job description

Description

This role is good for someone interested in microbiology, this job is not heavy on chemistry or analytical methods. This role is designed to be split between lab duties and autoclave sterilization requalification. The majority of the tasks of this role will be focused around the more entry level tasks such as pH, conductivity, anything that's related to their solutions, autoclaving, cleaning glassware The QA Analyst will conduct biological, chemical and physical testing on pharmaceutical products (biologics and drugs) and medical devices in a GMP lab through all stages of manufacturing process from incoming raw materials to finished goods and may include some environmental monitoring programs. ********With this being a 8 month contract slated to end at the end of the year they will not get trained on all the rotations below, unless they catch on very quickly and can take on more responsibility. This position will consist of 3 rotations: -AMEANS (running tests like spectrophotometer) -AM phones (sterility reading, dye penetration tests) 6am-2:30pm is the shift. They are on the phones and picking up samples until noon, they will help around the lab as needed for the rest of their shift. -Hood rotation (raw bioburden, water bioburden and ultrasonic bioburden testing) *this position wont have as much lab work as other typical lab positions for the duration of the contract.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Conduct critical biological, chemical and physical analyses such as raw materials, initial, in-process and final products, and samples collected from environmental monitoring programs at manufacturing facilities, etc. Use a variety of laboratory instrumentation and computer systems to collect and record data (such as LIMS system). Perform assays requiring precise analytical skills and understanding of biology and chemistry principles. Complete all testing, including special project / protocol testing in a timely and appropriate manner. Maintain data integrity and ensure compliance with company SOPs and specifications, FDA, GLP, QSR and cGMP regulations. Write exception documents. Participate in functional efforts involving teams, which impact production, increase efficiency, solve problems, generate cost savings and improve quality. Perform laboratory and manufacturing audits as required. Audit and update, as required, plant SOPs. May perform equipment maintenance and calibrations as required A good amount of these tests are very routine and repetitive tests so must understand that going in. To be successful, someone must have strong attention to detail.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Sets up test apparatus and conducts test on production processes and products to ensure methods, procedures, standards and sequence of operations are performed in compliance with all legal, regulatory and other relevant company policies.
• Conduct testing on materials and final products at manufacturing facilities. Document all testing and maintain complete quality records.
• Adjusts and calibrates production equipment as needed.
• Assists in the assessment and implementation of corrective actions and preventive to solve production quality issues.
• Modifies production equipment by adding, removing or altering components as defined by predetermined specifications.
• Corrects quality issues within the production process by making an adjustment or replacing manufacturing equipment parts or components.
• Participate in functions involving teams, which impact production, increase efficiency, solve problems, generate cost savings and improve quality
• Monitors and verifies quality in accordance with statistical processes and other control procedures.

The technician in this position is usually trained in on the 5 different rotations. (you stay on one rotation for the whole week)

Rotations

• 1. Phone p.m. (12:00 – 3:30), Seal Strength,ETO BIs, Sterility and PM Incubation, Hood and Touch Plate Review, Endotoxin, Media Sterility, Expiration review, Glassware Depyrogenation
• 2. Phone a.m. (6:00 – 12:00), Seal Strength, Sterility Reading, Release & Media Disposal , Weekly check of Dishwasher Detergent/Neutralizer, Dye Penetration, Gel pH and Viscosity, Hose Change, Dishwashing, Eye Wash and Safety Shower Check, Supply, Preparation and Autoclaving, Solutions
• 3. Raw Bioburden-BSC Cleaning, Material Transfer Certifications, Ultrasonic Bioburden, Gel Bis, Water Bioburden, Media Growth Promotion, Resuspensions, Filter Direct Immersion
• 4. Amines-Pipette Calibration Check, Reagent Preparation , Receiving Log Review, Sutures, Probe Inspection
• 5. Environmental Monitoring- EM Readings, EM/PM/UFDI/Seal Strength LIMS Approval , Water Collection, Gowning Certifications, MID’s, Send outs, Tensiles, Solutions Back-up, Check all OOS/OOL Samples for Disposal Batch Records, LIMS Approval/Review/Release, Projects

Skills

Aseptic Technique, Biology, Microbiology, biology, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Medical Device

Top Skills Details

Aseptic Technique,Biology

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Requirements - BS/BA in Microbiology, Biology or Chemistry or like field
• Must have an understanding of aseptic techniques, or biological testing (college courses are fine).
• Attention to detail, with ability to keep detailed notes and logs.
• Micro tests knowledge to understand what we are testing for: endotoxin testing, aseptic techniques, bio-burden testing, sterility testing
• Knowledge of basic laboratory and pharmaceutical production equipment including but not limited to: autoclaves, process tanks, incubators, analytical equipment, and CIP/SIP systems.
• proven ability to navigate computer systems including Word, Excel, etc
• Nice to have- cGMP knowledge

Experience Level

Entry Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of SAINT PAUL, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in SAINT PAUL,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 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.

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