Sr. Lab Technician (Marion)

Actalent; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 103,155,000 - 110,204,000; Full 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/Sick Leave

Job summary

Actalent in Marion, IN is seeking a Sr. Lab Technician to support analytical testing in a quality-driven production environment. You will operate ICP-OES/ICP-MS and XRD, develop methods, and ensure data integrity.

This contract-to-hire role requires a strong analytical background, comfort mentoring junior staff, and collaboration with QA/QC to improve test methods and instrument reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Metallurgy, Materials Science, or a related field.
• 1–2+ years operating ICP‑OES/ICP‑MS, Atomic Absorption, XRD or UV‑Vis.
• Quality control laboratory experience.
• Sample digestion techniques for inorganic analysis.
• Experience with trace metals, calibration curves, CRMs.
• Statistics for QC and method validation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong communication and data integrity.
• Ability to work independently under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety, environmental, and quality standards compliance.
• Draft SOPs for equipment and processes.
• Operate and maintain ICP‑OES/ICP‑MS and XRD instrumentation.
• Interpret, validate, and report results in LIMS.
• Support root cause investigations and nonconformance analysis.
• Mentor and train junior lab staff.
• Identify opportunities to improve test methods and instrument reliability.

Skills

ICP-OES/ICP-MS operation

XRD operation

SOP drafting

QA/QC knowledge

Data integrity

Communication

Independant work

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemistry/related field

Tools

ICP-OES

ICP-MS

XRD

XRF

Mastersizer

Job description

Job Title: Sr. Lab Technician Job Description
We are seeking an experienced analytical laboratory professional to support advanced testing activities within a quality-driven production environment. This role will serve as a technical resource for laboratory operations, utilizing sophisticated instrumentation to generate actionable data, troubleshoot processes, and support continuous improvement initiatives. The successful candidate will combine strong analytical expertise, problem‑solving abilities, and leadership skills to help maintain the accuracy and reliability of laboratory testing programs.
Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards across all work areas.
- Support the drafting of SOPs for equipment and processes.
- Actively participate in safety meetings and identify workplace hazards.
- Operate and maintain ICP‑OES/ICP‑MS equipment for the quantitative determination of metals in solutions.
- Operate X‑ray diffraction (XRD) equipment for the identification and quantification of mineralogical phases.
- Support complementary analyses using XRF, Mastersizer, or other techniques as needed.
- Develop, optimize, and validate analytical methods for new process matrices or prototype materials.
- Prepare and verify calibration standards, calibration curves, and certified reference materials.
- Perform calibration, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting of instrumentation.
- Interpret, validate, and report analytical results in the laboratory management system (LIMS).
- Support root cause investigations and nonconformance analysis through detailed analytical characterization.
- Provide technical oversight of junior technicians in sample and solution preparation.
- Identify opportunities to improve test methods, analysis turnaround, and instrument reliability.
- Support external audits as needed.
Essential Skills
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Metallurgy, Materials Science, or a related field.
- 1-2+ years of experience operating ICP‑OES/ICP‑MS, Atomic Absorption, and XRD, or UV VIS.
- Prior experience in a quality control laboratory.
- Practical experience with sample digestion techniques for inorganic analysis.
- Experience with trace metals analysis, calibration curve preparation, and certified reference materials (CRMs).
- Solid understanding of statistics as applied to quality control and method validation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- High attention to detail and commitment to data integrity.
- Ability to work independently under pressure.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Ability to prioritize and organize workflow in a fast‑paced environment.
- Proactive approach to solving complex analytical problems.
- Commitment to continuous improvement, quality, and accuracy of results.
- Willingness to mentor and train junior lab staff.

Work Environment
The position involves a day shift schedule from 8 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturdays as needed. The Marion facility is currently under construction, with training initially conducted in Noblesville until the completion of the new lab. The work environment will include renovated facilities with multiple lines, clean rooms, and a new 300,000 sq ft laboratory.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Marion, IN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $38.46/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 Marion,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026.

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.