Lab Technician

We are seeking a diligent and skilled Laboratory Technician to join our team in conducting essential testing and analysis for our specialty chemical products. This position is a backfill opportunity due to a current lab technician relocating. The role involves a variety of tasks including sample testing, equipment operation, and data management to ensure product quality and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process, final, and retain sample testing for prepolymers, curatives, and crop products.
• Calculate adjustments for in-process batches for all products.
• Operate and maintain analytical equipment including HPLC, GC, and Auto Titrators.
• Conduct testing on retain samples for shelf life extension or root cause investigation.
• Enter data into LIMS and SAP systems accurately.
• Approve incoming raw materials based on Certificate of Analysis (COA) results and required tests.
• Prepare batch tickets for conventional and Low Free urethane products.
• Perform basic laboratory functions such as stocking chemicals, disposing of waste, washing glassware, shipping samples, and maintaining a clean laboratory environment.

• Proficiency in operating HPLC, GC, and performing titrations.
• Strong understanding of chemistry principles.
• Experience with data entry, LIMS, SAP, and quality control processes.
• Knowledge of prepolymers, polymers, and crop products testing.
• Competence in using laboratory equipment such as viscometer and particle size analyzer.

• Associate degree in Science required, Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong communication skills and ability to multitask.
• Capability to handle stress and pressure in a dynamic work environment.

The role is based in a laboratory setting, currently staffed by six team members. The successful candidate will report directly to the Quality Control Supervisor. The work environment supports collaboration and innovation, ensuring a clean and organized space to conduct various laboratory activities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Greenville, SC.

The pay range for this position is $23.80 - $23.80/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 Greenville,SC.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 2, 2026.

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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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