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Lab Technician

Actalent
Folsom, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 12/18/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/18/2026

Lab Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Lab Technician to join our team on a temporary basis (1-3 months), with potential for full-time hire in the future. You will assist with a variety of laboratory tasks to ensure smooth operations.

Responsibilities

  • Perform routine laboratory testing, including HC, GC, pH, color, and turbidity analysis.
  • Conduct microbiology work such as culturing and making plates.
  • Execute titration and related chemical tests.
  • Prepare and maintain lab equipment and samples.
  • Accurately record and report test results.
  • Follow all safety and PPE guidelines.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Essential Skills

  • Ability to work quickly and learn new tasks efficiently.
  • Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.
  • Experience with titration and general lab techniques.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Candidates with a scientific background or prior lab experience are preferred.
  • If you have a degree, relevant hands-on experience is expected.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and handle lab materials safely.

Work Environment

This role operates in a GMP environment. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with occasional overtime or Saturday work if tasks are not completed during regular hours. PPE guidelines must be followed, and jewelry is not allowed when culturing samples. Nose rings are permitted if covered with a provided blue bandage. Temporary staff will not enter production areas.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Folsom, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00/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 Folsom,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 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.

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