Packaging Lab Inspector

Actalent; Port Washington (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Paid time off

Career growth and advancement opportun

Hands‑on training and cross‑functional

Hands‑on training and cross-functional

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Packaging Lab Inspector in Port Washington, NY. This role supports finishing operations, ensuring products meet quality and regulatory standards. You will handle laboratory processing, inspection, documentation, and equipment operation in a fast‑paced setting.

Qualified candidates have lab, pharma, or biopharma experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to follow SOPs. Shifts may vary; this is a fully onsite position with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Background in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field.
• Ability to follow SOPs and standard operating protocols.
• Experience in lab, manufacturing, or pharmaceutical environments.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Ability to safely handle chemicals and production materials.
• Willingness to learn and operate lab equipment.
• Ability to lift 25–50 lbs.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts.
• Team‑oriented with cross‑department collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Process and inspect raw materials and finished products per procedures.
• Perform lab operations including extraction, filtration, dialysis, etc.
• Set up, operate, monitor, and clean lab and production equipment.
• Prepare solutions and reagents with accurate measurements and records.
• Maintain inventory records and SAP transactions.
• Support aseptic processing and contamination control.
• Assist with packaging, labeling reviews, and blistering.

Skills

Attention to detail

Documentation

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Biology/Chemistry/Pharma science related field

Tools

SAP

Centrifuges

Freeze dryers

Dialysis systems

Job description

Position: Packaging Lab Inspector

We are seeking a detail‑oriented Packaging Lab Inspector to support our finishing operations and ensure products meet all quality and regulatory standards prior to release. This hands‑on role involves laboratory processing, product inspection, documentation, equipment operation, and cross‑functional support within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

This is a great opportunity for candidates with laboratory, pharmaceutical, biopharma, or production experience who are looking to grow their careers in a regulated industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and inspect raw materials and finished products according to established procedures.
• Perform laboratory operations including extraction, filtration, clarification, dialysis, freeze drying, dilution, and compounding.
• Set up, operate, monitor, and clean laboratory and production equipment such as centrifuges, freeze dryers, dialysis systems, and ball mills.
• Prepare laboratory solutions and reagents with accurate measurements and proper documentation.
• Maintain inventory records and complete SAP transactions, including material movements and production tracking.
• Support aseptic processing activities while following strict contamination control procedures.
• Assist with packaging and finishing functions, including label review and blistering operations.
• Maintain accurate production records and quality documentation.
• Follow all FDA, quality assurance, and company policies to ensure compliance.
• Support warehouse activities and material handling as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Required Qualifications

• Background in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific field, or equivalent industry experience.
• Ability to follow laboratory procedures and standard operating protocols.
• Experience working in a laboratory, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, biopharma, or production environment.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Ability to safely handle chemicals, reagents, and production materials.
• Comfortable learning and operating laboratory equipment.
• Ability to routinely lift 25-50 lbs throughout the workday.
• Reliable transportation and flexibility to work varying shifts when needed.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to assist across departments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous biopharma or pharmaceutical manufacturing experience.
• At least 1 year of laboratory experience, especially for candidates without a college degree.
• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with SAP and inventory/material transactions.
• Understanding of quality systems, FDA regulations, and GMP documentation practices.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.

Work Environment

This position is based within the Finishing Department, the final stage of production before products are released. The environment combines laboratory and production operations and requires adherence to strict quality and safety standards.

Schedule

Approximately 6:30 AM - 3:30 PM with overtime opportunities available as business needs require.

Benefits Include

• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Paid time off
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Hands‑on training and cross‑functional development

Why Apply?

Join a growing team where your work directly impacts product quality and customer safety. If you're motivated, detail‑oriented, and eager to build your career in a regulated laboratory environment, we want to hear from you!

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of PORT WASHINGTON, NY.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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&DD 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 PORT WASHINGTON,NY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 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.

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