Lab Technician (Biotech)

Actalent; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

On-site workplace

Job summary

Actalent in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a Lab Technician to join a dynamic reagent operations team. The role involves formulating, filling, and testing reagent products, plus setup and calibration of instruments, and conducting solution testing to ensure production specifications are met.

Work is performed in a chemistry-based main lab with a focus on GMP/QSR compliance. The position is 1st shift, contract-to-hire, located in Minneapolis, MN with a competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a science-related field is required.
• At least 3 months of laboratory experience (academic experience acceptable).
• Ability to articulate experience following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Responsibilities

• Follow SOPs and other specifications in the manufacturing process while maintaining FDA requirements.
• Independently execute formulation, filling, testing, and packaging of reagents.
• Apply analytical methods to daily tasks and ensure accuracy.
• Set up, calibrate, test, and troubleshoot reagent components and instruments.
• Test solutions for pH, conductivity, and density per production specifications.
• Ensure compliance with FDA QSR, GMP, and other regulatory standards.

Skills

Lab experience 3 months

SOP adherence

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a science-related field

Tools

HPLC

ICP

Job description

Job Title: Lab Technician Job Description

Join our dynamic reagent operations team where you will play a crucial role in formulating, filling, and testing a variety of chemical and biological reagent products. You will be responsible for the set-up, calibration, testing, and troubleshooting of reagent components and instruments. Additionally, you will conduct testing on solutions, including pH, conductivity, and density, to ensure they meet production and process specifications. The role also involves raw material testing using advanced equipment such as HPLC and ICP.

Responsibilities

• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and other written and verbal specifications in the manufacturing process while maintaining FDA requirements.
• Independently execute work involving formulation, filling, testing, and packaging of reagents.
• Apply analytical skills and scientific methods to perform daily tasks effectively.
• Set up, calibrate, test, and troubleshoot reagent components and instruments.
• Conduct testing on solutions, including pH, conductivity, and density, to ensure adherence to production and process specifications.
• Ensure compliance with FDA Quality System Regulations (QSR), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and other regulatory standards.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in a science-related field.
• At least 3 months of laboratory experience (academic experience is acceptable).
• Ability to articulate previous experience following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with HPLC and ICP for raw material testing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Work Environment

Work is conducted in a large, chemistry-based main lab, emphasizing the process of making calibrators and following SOPs. Tasks include pipetting, running functional tests on analytical equipment, lab work, and computer-based data analysis to ensure specifications are met. The position requires highly independent work. The work schedule is 1st shift, Monday through Friday, with a flexible start time between 5:00 AM and 7:45 AM for an 8-hour shift. The location features a campus on Lake Hazeltine with walking trails, and it is conveniently situated near central Chaska, shops, and restaurants, just a 25‑minute drive from downtown Minneapolis. Employee appreciation events are held throughout the year.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.58 - $25.58/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 jobclassification 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 ons ite position in Minneapolis,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Accommodation

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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.