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Lab Analyst

Actalent
Maywood, NJ Other
POSTED ON 2/24/2026 CLOSED ON 3/23/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Analyst position at Actalent?

Position Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Laboratory Technician to support both production and laboratory operations. This role involves analytical testing,

documentation, and compliance with quality and safety standards in a dynamic lab environment.

Schedule Breakdown:

  • They follow an alternating 12-hour shift work week (48 hours one week, 36 hours the next)
  • Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday & Sunday (6:00 AM to 6:00 PM)
  • Week 2: Wednesday to Friday (6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Training Schedule: Monday thru Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (6 weeks)

Key Responsibilities:

1. Production Support

  • Analyze raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
  • Recommend and implement adjustments for out-of-specification (OOS) products.
  • Certify and approve raw materials and finished goods.
  • Approve shipment samples and associated documentation.
  • Perform microbiological analysis and ensure compliance with micro lab procedures (as needed).

2. Laboratory Operations

  • Assist with purchasing lab chemicals and equipment.
  • Maintain inventory of reagents and laboratory supplies.
  • Support method and instrument implementation and validation.
  • Train new laboratory personnel.
  • Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation.
  • Ensure cleanliness and organization of the lab and surrounding areas.

3. Documentation & Clerical Duties

  • Maintain accurate and complete quality records.
  • Generate and print Certificates of Analysis (CoAs).
  • Perform data entry and utilize systems such as CMMS, Lotus Notes, Oracle, LIMS, and SAP.
  • Assist in reviewing and updating SOPs, methods, work instructions, and compliance documents.
  • Ensure compliance with GFSI, ISO 9001:2015, GMP, and GDP standards.
  • Support tracking and resolution of rework, customer complaints, non-conformances, pest control issues, and more.

4. Quality, Food Safety & Occupational Safety

  • Support and adhere to cGMP, GFSI, ISO 9001, SPC, SQC, and other quality, food safety, and occupational safety initiatives.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biological Sciences, or a related technical field.
  • 3–5 years of laboratory experience in petrochemical, pharmaceutical, flavor, or food industries.
  • Need to have experience with GC-MS long with other analytical testing methods.


Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/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 Maywood,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 22, 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 : $24 - $26

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