Production Scientist

Actalent; New Jersey; On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Production Scientist for a first-shift contract role based in Warren, NJ. You will perform hands-on GMP manufacturing tasks, assembling carriers, formulating reagents, and documenting batch records with precision.

You will follow detailed work instructions, maintain quality standards, and train teammates on procedures while supporting production schedules in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline required.
• Strong pipetting skills (manual and automated) and accuracy.
• Working knowledge of GMP/cGMP in manufacturing or lab.
• Experience with pipettes, balances, and related equipment.
• High attention to detail and quality control.

Responsibilities

• Perform production activities in a GMP environment, meeting standards.
• Assemble carriers with manual/automated equipment following procedures.
• Formulate bulk reagents using pipettes and balances with precision.
• Fill reagent vials per specifications and label accordingly.
• Assemble carrier and reagent boxes and ensure proper packaging.
• Complete batch records and maintain documentation.
• Follow work instructions and communicate issues to management.
• Conduct daily maintenance and housekeeping in the lab.
• Monitor inventory and report shortages or discrepancies.
• Train team members on procedures as needed.
• Update manufacturing documentation to reflect processes.

Skills

Pipetting

GMP/cGMP knowledge

Attention to detail

Documentation

Team training

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology/biochemistry or related field

Tools

Automated equipment

Job description

Job Title: Production ScientistJob Description

The Production Scientist plays a key role in a fast-paced, quality-focused GMP manufacturing environment, performing hands-on laboratory work to assemble carriers, formulate custom reagents, and support the production of innovative diagnostic products. This position suits a science graduate with strong manual or automated pipetting skills, excellent attention to detail, and a willingness to follow detailed procedures while contributing to a collaborative, training-focused culture.

Responsibilities

• Perform production activities in a quality-focused GMP manufacturing environment, ensuring all work meets established standards.
• Assemble carriers using both manual and automated equipment, following defined procedures and safety guidelines.
• Formulate custom bulk reagents using pipettes and balances, maintaining accuracy and precision in all measurements.
• Fill reagent vials according to specifications and ensure proper labeling and handling.
• Assemble carrier and reagent boxes, ensuring all components are complete and correctly packaged.
• Follow detailed work instructions, forms, and procedures, and accurately complete batch records and related documentation.
• Adhere to the manufacturing schedule, proactively communicate issues or concerns to management, and support timely completion of production runs.
• Perform daily manufacturing maintenance tasks, including basic equipment checks, housekeeping, and organization of the work area.
• Monitor and maintain inventory levels of materials and reagents as directed, and report shortages or discrepancies.
• Train other team members on manufacturing procedures and best practices as needed.
• Write and update manufacturing documentation, including work instructions and forms, to reflect current processes.
• Carry out other related duties as assigned to support overall manufacturing operations.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline such as biology, biochemistry, or a related field.
• Strong manual and/or automated pipetting skills, with the ability to work accurately and efficiently.
• Working knowledge of GMP or cGMP principles and their application in a manufacturing or laboratory setting.
• Experience performing laboratory tasks using pipettes, balances, and related equipment.
• High level of attention to detail with a strong focus on quality and accuracy.
• Ability to follow detailed written work instructions, forms, and procedures consistently.
• Capability to multi-task and remain effective in a very fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to follow direction and established processes while maintaining compliance.
• Strong organizational skills to complete batch records and documentation accurately.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Background or coursework in biological sciences, biochemistry, or related scientific fields.
• Experience working as a lab technician or in a laboratory-based production role.
• Familiarity with GMP or cGMP manufacturing environments and quality systems.
• Comfort working with automated equipment and laboratory instrumentation.
• Strong communication skills to train others and collaborate effectively within the team.
• Interest in learning reagent formulation and expanding technical skills through side-by-side training.
• Motivation to grow within a production or laboratory environment that offers long-term career development.

Work Environment

This role is based in a laboratory-focused GMP manufacturing environment on a first shift schedule, typically from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Team members gown up to work in the lab and follow strict safety and cleanliness standards, including the use of safety glasses, booties, and gloves. The environment is fast paced and highly structured, with detailed work instructions, batch records, and schedules guiding daily activities. Employees work with unique technology and HEA products, and benefit from side‑by‑side training, including training on reagent formulation. The culture emphasizes hands‑on learning, collaboration, and long‑term career growth within the department.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Warren, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/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.

• 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 Warren,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 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.

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