Job Title: Lab Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Lab Technician to operate both pilot scale and lab scale testing apparatus. The role involves operating and performing light maintenance on small-scale equipment such as pumps, heaters, and mixers, preparing samples for testing, and performing various laboratory analytical tests. The technician will also manage samples for third-party laboratory analysis and communicate data and results effectively, ensuring the cleanliness of lab and operating areas.

Responsibilities

• Operate pilot scale and lab scale testing apparatus.
• Perform light maintenance on small-scale equipment including pumps, heaters, and mixers.
• Prepare samples for testing and conduct various laboratory analytical tests.
• Manage samples for third-party laboratory analysis.
• Communicate and manage data and results efficiently.
• Maintain cleanliness of lab and operating areas.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in laboratory, chemistry, wet chemistry, and R&D lab work.
• Strong data analysis skills.
• Experience with instrumentation such as IC, ICP, FTIR, and analytical chemistry.
• Proficiency in titration and reverse osmosis.
• Familiarity with analytical systems like HACH, analytical balances, and volumetric glassware.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• BS degree in Chemistry, Physics, or Biology.
• Associate in Applied Science Degree with chemistry experience and 3 years related work experience.
• Experience in benchtop wet chemistry analytical procedures.
• Experience with standard laboratory instruments.
• Utilization of probes for measuring process variables.
• Familiarity with Inductively Coupled Plasma - Optical Emission Spectrometry (ICP-OES) and Ion Chromatography (IC) analysis.

Work Environment

The position is on-site in a lab environment, operating from Monday to Friday.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Canonsburg, PA.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Canonsburg,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 24, 2026.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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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