Laboratory Technician

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

Assistance in various area of laboratory operation for gas and hydrocarbon liquids testing in accordance with business needs of the Branch and Region, and in conformance with the Company’s Quality Management System.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Include the following - also other duties may be assigned.

Receive the samples submitted for testing by login pertinent information into LIMS system.

Report analytical results to the customers; interact with customers via email or phone when required.

Perform analytical testing (GC, RVP, molecular weight, density, distillation etc.) in accordance to standardized methodologies (GPA, ASTM) utilized by the laboratory.

Help with maintaining all laboratory equipment in a good working condition. When required, perform routine maintenance.

Respect and dutifully follow laboratory safety practices.

Adhere to professionalism and to the principles of the scientific method, basing decisions on education, experience, observation, and deduction.

Perform other assigned duties like cylinder cleaning, cylinders preparation for shipping, general laboratory housekeeping duties.

Carry out the above responsibilities, and other, which may be assigned, in a manner demonstrating support for and adherence to the Company’s Safety Policy and Procedures, Quality Policy and Procedures, Ethics Policy, Environmental Management System, Vision and Strategy, and to exercise good judgment, common sense, and diplomacy in so doing.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representativeof the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

Must have experience working in laboratory setup, preferably with GC instruments

College Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Physical or Life Science.

Minimum Two Years Laboratory Experience And/or Training

Equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to properly interpret technical reports related to chemicals and their properties. Ability to interpret scientific formulas.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to understand and adhere to the required turnaround commitment. Proper attention to detailed record keeping.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Torrance, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00/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 Torrance,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 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.

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.

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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.

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