Lab Processor

Job Title: Lab Processor Job Description The Lab Processor prepares and processes highly sensitive samples under stringent standard operating procedures in a regulated cleanroom environment. This role supports critical testing for confidential government work by ensuring meticulous sample handling, precise documentation, and consistent adherence to laboratory and regulatory standards. The position offers extensive one-on-one training, exposure to specialized instrumentation, and the opportunity to deepen expertise in both cleanroom and industrial laboratory processes within a stable, niche organization that values work-life balance and collaboration. Responsibilities

- Process and prepare samples in strict accordance with established standard operating procedures and directions from leadership.
- Work within a Class 5 cleanroom environment and consistently follow all cleanroom procedures to prepare specialized samples based on client-specific requirements.
- Thoroughly clean and maintain laboratory equipment on a weekly basis to eliminate any risk of cross-contamination between samples.
- Prepare, organize, and stock laboratory and cleanroom supplies to ensure continuous readiness for testing activities.
- Monitor, maintain, and coordinate routine service for laboratory equipment and instruments while following applicable standards.
- Order laboratory and cleanroom supplies as needed to support ongoing operations and prevent shortages.
- Gown up in required personal protective equipment, including full cleanroom suit, bonnet, gloves, and other items as required by procedures.
- Accurately document all work performed in accordance with applicable regulatory and internal documentation requirements.
- Operate laboratory instrumentation such as hoods, centrifuges, ovens, ashers, stir plates, pipettors, and microscopes with a high degree of precision.
- Handle and process highly confidential government samples with exceptional care, discretion, and accuracy.
- Perform sample preparation at a microscopic level, ensuring detailed, precise, and reliable results that meet strict turnaround expectations.
- Collaborate closely with other lab processors and cross-functional team members to coordinate workflows and share information.
- Ask clarifying questions, offer suggestions for process improvements, and contribute constructively to problem-solving discussions.
- Adapt quickly to changing priorities when rush projects arise and effectively reprioritize tasks to meet urgent deadlines.
- Participate fully in extensive one-on-one training, including shadowing, teach-back, and hands-on practice, and apply learned techniques consistently.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work area that aligns with good laboratory practices and cleanroom standards.

Qualifications

- Bachelor's Degree in a Scientific Discipline (1+ Years of Lab Experience) Associate's Degree (3+ Years of Lab Experience)

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Westmont, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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 Westmont,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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