Quality Lab Technician

Actalent; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Actalent in Lubbock, TX is seeking Laboratory Technicians for Seed Quality Testing on a contract basis with potential for long-term employment. The role pays $17/hr and starts August 2026.

You will perform seed sample inspections, basic lab tests (pH, moisture, protein assays, titrations), germination and purity testing, and careful documentation in a hands-on agricultural laboratory environment.

Regular hours are Mon-Fri 7:00 AM–5:30 PM with possible overtime during peak season.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Plant Science, Natural Science, or related field preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
• Passport or Birth Certificate required for onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections of seed samples
• Conduct basic lab testing (pH, moisture, protein assays, titrations)
• Complete germination and purity testing
• Count, organize, and process samples
• Follow laboratory procedures and accurately document results

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Plant Science, Natural Science, or related field

Job description

Now Hiring: Laboratory Technicians - Seed Quality Testing

Location: Lubbock, TX

Pay: $17/hr

Start Date: August 2026

Contract Opportunity with Potential for Long-Term Employment

Looking for a hands-on role in agriculture and laboratory testing? Join a leading agricultural operation and help ensure the quality of seed products used by farmers across North America.

What You'll Do

• Perform visual inspections of seed samples
• Conduct basic lab testing (pH, moisture, protein assays, titrations)
• Complete germination and purity testing
• Count, organize, and process samples
• Follow laboratory procedures and accurately document results

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Plant Science, Natural Science, or related field preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures
• Passport or Birth Certificate required for onboarding

Schedule

• Regular Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-5:30 PM
• Peak Season (Nov-Jan): Must be open to 1st or 2nd shift, overtime, and weekend work
• Up to 50 hours/week during busy seasons

Why Apply

Gain valuable laboratory and agricultural experience

Opportunity for long-term employment

Medical, dental, and vision benefits available

Join a team supporting the production of high-quality agricultural products

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Lubbock, TX.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $17.00/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 disabilityHealth 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 Lubbock,TX. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 3, 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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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.