Sample Prep Technician

ACTalent; De Pere (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

ACTalent is seeking a Microbiology Lab Technician to perform analytical and microbiological testing on food products, ingredients and environmental samples. You will apply approved microbiological techniques to ensure quality and safety standards.

The role is based in De Pere, WI, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 4:00pm to 12:30am and a contract-to-hire arrangement. Pay starts around $18–$19.50/hour with potential flexibility based on experience.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in lab work.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Proficiency in aseptic techniques and microbiology methods.
• Experience with quality control and basic chemistry concepts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for indicator organisms, pathogens, and chemistries.
• Apply aseptic techniques in daily workload.
• Maintain media and reagents for microbiological testing.
• Inventory and report supplies needed for testing.
• Provide routine cleaning, sanitation and waste disposal.
• Perform QC by monitoring incubator temps and controls.
• Follow policies and procedures for customer requirements.
• Maintain laboratory conditions and accurate records.
• Work neatly, safely and efficiently.

Skills

Attention to detail

SOPs

Aseptic technique

Microbiology

Education

Degree in sciences (preferred)

Lab/Quality experience without degree considered

Job description

Job Title: Microbiology Lab Technician

Job Description

As a Microbiology Lab Technician, you will be responsible

for conducting analytical and microbiological testing of food products,

ingredients, and environmental samples. This role involves the application of

approved microbiological techniques and methodologies to ensure the highest

standards of quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for indicator organisms, pathogens, and chemistries.
• Apply aseptic techniques in daily workload.
• Maintain media and reagents as needed for daily microbiological testing.
• Inventory and report expendable supplies/materials needed for testing requirements.
• Provide routine preventive maintenance by daily cleaning, sanitizing, and trash disposal.
• Perform quality control monitoring by taking incubator temperatures, inoculating control organisms, and running media controls.
• Independently pursue an assigned series of processes and procedures in accordance with policies/procedures and customer requirements.
• Maintain laboratory conditions, including equipment, supplies, quality assurance programs, and accurate records throughout all procedures.
• Perform all activities in a neat, safe, hygienic, and efficient manner.
• Share information in an open and timely manner.

Essential Skills

• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Proficiency in aseptic techniques.
• Experience in microbiology, biology, chemistry, and quality control.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Degree in the Sciences is preferred but not required.
• Candidates with laboratory or quality experience without a degree will be considered.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

Work Environment

The work schedule is Monday to Friday, from 4pm to 12:30am.

The role offers opportunities for learning and advancement within the organization. The company promotes employees internally at both local and national levels. Pay begins at $19.50/hour with potential flexibility based on experience. (Disregard where it says $18).

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of De Pere, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of De Pere, WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 26, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in De Pere,WI.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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.

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.