Lead Lab Technician

Lead Lab Technician

Job Description

The Group Lead will lead the team in advanced laboratory tasks, including complex sample analysis, method development, and project management. This role involves mentoring junior technicians and ensuring high-quality results in all laboratory activities. The Group Lead will play a key role in driving innovation and continuous improvement within the laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced sample analysis using specialized techniques.
• Develop new methods and protocols for laboratory procedures.
• Manage research projects and ensure timely completion.
• Mentor junior technicians and provide training.
• Coordinate tasks and technicians to ensure timely and accurate completion.
• Ensure high-quality results in all laboratory activities.
• Stay updated with advancements in the field and integrate new techniques.
• Troubleshoot equipment as necessary.
• Oversee laboratory safety and compliance with regulations.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field or equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience in advanced laboratory techniques.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and mentoring skills.
• Track record of driving innovation and continuous improvement.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with specific laboratory techniques such as Phosphotase, DMSCC, TKN/NPN/NCN, Mojo Execution, Acid Hydrolysis, WPN, Aflatoxin, Pesticide Prep, and Pesticide Extraction.
• Flexibility to participate in meetings across various time zones.
• Ability to work extended hours to meet client deliverable timelines.

Work Environment

The position is non-exempt with varied shifts. The work environment is a laboratory setting with an average temperature of 20°C and moderate noise levels. Employees must wear appropriate personal protective equipment. The role requires 80% focus on lab work and 20% on organizing worklists for the team. Physical requirements include occasional lifting up to 70 lbs, standing, walking, and sitting. The position requires adequate hearing acuity and specific vision capabilities such as close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fresno, CA.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Fresno,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 18, 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

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

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 : $23 - $25