Lab Technician - GC & QC Analyst (Onsite Torrance)

Actalent; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and R

Life Insurance

Short and long‑term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick)

Job summary

Actalent in Torrance, CA is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support gas and hydrocarbon liquids testing. You will perform GC, RVP, molecular weight, density, and distillation analyses per GPA/ASTM standards, and log results in the LIMS.

The role requires accurate sample handling, reporting results to customers, and maintaining lab equipment while following safety and quality policies. A science degree and lab experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have a college diploma or bachelor’s degree in physical or life science.
• Minimum two years laboratory experience and/or training.
• Experience with GC instruments preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret safety and operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Receive samples and log into LIMS.
• Report analytical results to customers by email or phone.
• Perform analytical testing (GC, RVP, molecular weight, density, distillation) per GPA/ASTM methods.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and perform routine maintenance.
• Follow safety practices and adhere to quality policies.
• Assist with cylinder preparation and general laboratory housekeeping.
• Maintain accurate records and comply with turnaround commitments.

Skills

GC operation

Laboratory testing

Customer communication

Safety compliance

Quality systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical or Life Science

College Diploma in Physical or Life Science

Tools

LIMS system

GC instrumentation

Job description

Actalent in Torrance, CA is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support gas and hydrocarbon liquids testing. You will perform GC, RVP, molecular weight, density, and distillation analyses per GPA/ASTM standards, and log results in the LIMS.

The role requires accurate sample handling, reporting results to customers, and maintaining lab equipment while following safety and quality policies. A science degree and lab experience are preferred.