Lab Technician

Actalent

  • Lafayette, CO
  • $18.50-20.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 5 days ago
Lab TechnicianJob DescriptionThe Lab Technician will play a crucial role in the preparation and handling of samples, ensuring compliance with all standard operating procedures and quality systems. Leadership promotes growth from within and is supportive of ambitious techs eager to learn. Well defined growth ladder to Tech II, III, then Specialist, Managerial, or Quality-focused roles.Responsibilities
  • Split and homogenize incoming samples in compliance with standard operating procedures.
  • Maintain and care for laboratory equipment.
  • Prepare test samples by splitting, grinding, and homogenizing them aseptically.
  • Clean workplace and equipment according to standard operating procedures.
  • Provide feedback to the department manager for procedure improvements.
  • Monitor and meet TAT requirements for sample workflow.
  • Log and deliver sample splits to testing departments, obtaining necessary signatures.
  • Log, store, and properly discard sample retains according to procedures.
  • Perform environmental monitoring as needed.
  • Assist other technicians with sample preparation and aseptic processing.
Essential Skills
  • High School Diploma
  • Proficient with computers and Excel
  • Ability to work cooperatively and independently
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Interest in science, biology, or microbiology
  • Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Associates or Bachelor's Degree preferred
  • Experience in a high volume laboratory environment preferred, food and beverage testing highly preferred.
  • Experience in food service is beneficial
  • Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs
  • Customer service mindset and ability to multi-task
Work EnvironmentThe position is based in a production-based analytical lab, operating Monday through Friday from 12pm to 8:30pm, with training hours from 10am to 6:30pm. The team consists of 11 technicians working on about 12 assays. The lab handles samples including protein bars, skincare, produce, and raw meat products, conducting tests for meat study validation, salmonella, listeria, and E. coli. All samples received must be processed same-day, so candidates must be willing to stay until the job is donePay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $18.50 - $20.00/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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Lafayette,CO.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 12, 2025.About ActalentActalent 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 for other accommodation options.

Actalent