What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Packaging Associate position at Actalent?
Job Title: Specimen Technician
Job Description
The role involves sorting, racking, registering, labeling, and storing specimens, as well as data entry. Responsibilities also include miscellaneous tasks delegated by leadership, particularly related to the accession of frozen samples. The work environment will include cold environments and freezers, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds is required.
Responsibilities
Candidates are needed for all shifts, with 1st and 2nd shifts running from Tuesday to Saturday, and 3rd shift from Monday to Friday. The 1st shift is from 9am to 5:30pm, the 2nd shift is from 11am to 7:30pm, and the 3rd shift is from 9pm to 5:30am. The dress code requires wearing long pants without tears, and shoes must cover the entire foot with no open toes. T-shirts with writing are permissible as long as they are not offensive or controversial, and a lab coat will cover the top half while in the lab. Nails must not protrude through latex gloves for safety reasons.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Lancaster, PA.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.70/hr.
Requirements
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:
This is a fully onsite position in Lancaster,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 4, 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
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.
Job Description
The role involves sorting, racking, registering, labeling, and storing specimens, as well as data entry. Responsibilities also include miscellaneous tasks delegated by leadership, particularly related to the accession of frozen samples. The work environment will include cold environments and freezers, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds is required.
Responsibilities
- Sort and rack specimens accurately.
- Register and label specimens according to protocols.
- Store specimens in designated locations.
- Perform data entry with high accuracy.
- Complete tasks as delegated by leadership related to frozen sample accession.
- High school diploma.
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Proficiency in data entry.
- Experience in specimen processing and registration.
Candidates are needed for all shifts, with 1st and 2nd shifts running from Tuesday to Saturday, and 3rd shift from Monday to Friday. The 1st shift is from 9am to 5:30pm, the 2nd shift is from 11am to 7:30pm, and the 3rd shift is from 9pm to 5:30am. The dress code requires wearing long pants without tears, and shoes must cover the entire foot with no open toes. T-shirts with writing are permissible as long as they are not offensive or controversial, and a lab coat will cover the top half while in the lab. Nails must not protrude through latex gloves for safety reasons.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Lancaster, PA.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.70/hr.
Requirements
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 Lancaster,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 4, 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
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 : $18 - $21