Chemical Technician

The primary role of a Chemical Technician is to perform chemical and physical laboratory tests, aiding scientists in qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids, and gaseous materials. The position may be in an experimental lab as a research technician or in a manufacturing setting as a process control technician.

Responsibilities

• Monitor product quality to ensure compliance with standards and specifications.
• Set up and conduct chemical experiments, tests, and analyses using techniques such as chromatography, spectroscopy, physical and chemical separation techniques, and microscopy.
• Conduct chemical and physical laboratory tests to assist scientists in qualitative and quantitative analyses.
• Compile and interpret results of tests and analyses.
• Provide technical support and assistance to chemists and engineers.
• Prepare chemical solutions for products and processes following standardized formulas or create experimental formulas.
• Maintain, clean, and sterilize laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Write technical reports or prepare graphs and charts to document experimental results.
• Order and inventory materials to maintain supplies.
• Communicate daily with customers in person to address requests and weekly with a simple PSR.

• Mechanical aptitude, including simple pump repair.
• Effective communication skills to work with customers.
• Basic understanding of chemistry, which can be taught.

• Any experience in the paper industry.
• Experience in lab analysis.
• Mechanical experience, such as motor or pump repair.
• Associate's degree in applied science or related field required; Bachelor's degree in chemistry or biology preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience.

The work schedule is Monday to Friday from 8 am to 4 pm. The first 30 days involve shadowing a current full-time representative and on-the-job training. The dress code includes jeans or khakis with a polo or button-up shirt. Personal protective equipment such as steel-toe shoes, a high-visibility safety vest, hard hat, and eye and ear protection will be provided.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elmwood Park, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $22.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Elmwood Park,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 9, 2025.

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 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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $21 - $22