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Quality Control Lab Technician Assistant
Job Description
As a Quality Control Lab Technician Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the preparation of materials for testing and aiding certified professionals in conducting various laboratory tests. Your duties will include handling samples through front-end automation, storing and archiving specimens, retrieving and reconciling samples for additional testing, and preparing buffer materials. You will also be responsible for receiving specimens and supplies, processing information from collection centers, tracking donor samples from receipt to final testing, and ensuring proper disposal of samples into biohazard containers after testing.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation of materials for testing and laboratory tests.
- Handle receipt and preparation of samples through front-end automation.
- Store and archive samples in refrigerated and frozen conditions.
- Retrieve and reconcile samples from archive for additional testing.
- Prepare buffer materials for tests.
- Receive specimens and supplies, and process information from collection centers.
- Track donor samples from receipt to final testing.
- Dispose of samples properly into biohazard containers after testing.
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation.
- Use computerized inventory management system to locate, track, and determine testing status of samples.
- Monitor inventory levels for laboratory supplies and notify supervisor when necessary.
Essential Skills & Qualifications
- HS diploma or equivalent
- Basic computer skills
- Data entry
- Inspection skills
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Laboratory experience or production line experience preferred
Work Environment
The position is based in a donor processing/manufacturing facility with a positive work environment and a standard daily operating rhythm. Shift options include Monday-Friday and Sunday-Thursday from 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM. First-day orientation is typically on Monday from 10 AM to 12 PM. Employees are trained in the medical field as entry-level candidates with a bachelor's degree and no additional certifications required. The organization offers a competitive employee benefit package, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for growth with several locations globally. There is a set shift with no 'on call' or STAT labs like those in hospitals.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Knoxville, TN.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $17.82 - $17.82/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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Knoxville,TN.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
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