Chemical Process Technician

Job Title: Chemical Process Technician

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled Chemical Operator to join our team. You will play a crucial role in operating, monitoring, and troubleshooting reactors and related process equipment. This position offers the chance to work in a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Shift: Monday-Friday, Day Shift

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot reactors, mixing tanks, and related process equipment.
• Perform batch preparation, including media formulation, sterilization, and inoculation procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of process parameters, deviations, and corrective actions.
• Assist in scale-up and validation of new processes and equipment.
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance and coordinate repairs with engineering teams.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs, GMP, and safety protocols.
• Support process optimization initiatives to improve yield, efficiency, and reliability.
• Collaborate with R&D, QA/QC, and engineering teams to resolve technical issues.
• Perform sampling and basic analytical testing (e.g., pH, conductivity, turbidity).
• Participate in clean-in-place (CIP) and sterilize-in-place (SIP) procedures.

Essential Skills

• Strong understanding of manufacturing and chemical handling/mixing.
• Experience working with chemical reactors, tanks, or drums.
• Ability to read and follow SOPs.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Comfortable working in a cleanroom or regulated environment.

Work Environment

The role is based in a lab manufacturing environment, providing a small company feel with big financial backing. The work culture is great, with a supportive atmosphere where everyone gets along well.You will at the company's San Jose location until May/June 2026 and then will transition to their new facility in South Fremont.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Jose, CA.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $34.00/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 San Jose,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $25 - $34