Laboratory Technical Assistant

Actalent; Tennessee; On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Pre-tax and Roth post-tax benefits

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Time Off / PTO

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an entry-level Laboratory Analyst to support quality testing and laboratory operations in a pet food manufacturing environment. You will perform chemical and biological analyses on raw materials and finished products to ensure quality standards are met.

Ideal candidates hold a science-related education, show strong attention to detail, and have interest in laboratory testing and QA. This on-site contract role is based in Thompson's Station, TN, with pay around $20.63/hour and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a science discipline with coursework in quality testing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to document data and prepare reports.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Laboratory experience through coursework, internships, or employment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collect, prepare, and analyze raw material and finished product samples.
• Conduct chemical and biological testing to support QA and research.
• Plan and assist with laboratory experiments to evaluate product specs.
• Record test results, observations, and data accurately with documentation.
• Prepare reports summarizing findings, recommendations, and conclusions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Lab testing basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science, Microbiology, or related discipline

Job description

Laboratory AnalystPosition Summary

We are seeking an entry-level Laboratory Analyst to support quality testing and laboratory operations within a pet food manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for performing chemical and biological analyses on raw materials and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications. The ideal candidate will have a science-related education, strong attention to detail, and an interest in laboratory testing and quality assurance.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, prepare, and analyze raw material and finished product samples.
• Conduct chemical and biological testing to support quality assurance and research initiatives.
• Plan and assist with laboratory experiments to evaluate physical and chemical product specifications.
• Record test results, observations, and data accurately while maintaining laboratory documentation.
• Prepare reports summarizing findings, recommendations, and conclusions.
• Assist scientists and engineers with laboratory studies, testing activities, and research projects.
• Coordinate day-to-day laboratory tasks and support ongoing projects.
• Perform routine maintenance, calibration checks, and safety inspections on laboratory equipment.
• Follow established laboratory procedures, safety protocols, and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science, Microbiology, or another technical/scientific discipline preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to accurately document data and prepare reports.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Laboratory experience through coursework, internships, or previous employment is a plus.

Work Environment

• Laboratory-based work environment.
• Primarily supports testing of pet food raw materials and finished products.
• Works under defined procedures with guidance from lead team members, scientists, and engineers.

Experience Level

Entry Level

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are looking to develop hands-on laboratory, quality assurance, and analytical testing experience within a manufacturing environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Thompson's Station, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.63 – $20.63/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Thompson's Station, TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Thompson's Station,TN.

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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