Lab Technician

Job Title: Lab Technician Job Description
The Lab Technician position involves following instructions and pre-established procedures under immediate supervision, with work scheduled 24/7 throughout the year.
Responsibilities
- Conduct lab analysis including performing required test parameters on all sample types and any additional testing as required.
- Ensure accurate written and electronic documentation and reporting.
- Communicate with multiple departments through written and electronic methods.
- Utilize safe work practices and adhere to all facility safety policies.
- Understand and execute emergency response duties, including opening the 10th St. gate.
- Maintain a clean and organized lab, free from hazards, and assist with proper sample and waste disposal.
- Perform other duties as assigned by Lab Manager, Lab Supervisors, or Senior Lab Technicians.
Essential Skills
- Basic knowledge of lab methods and vocabulary.
- Basic knowledge of lab equipment.
- Basic knowledge of Outlook, Excel, and Word.
- Ability to interact with others in a positive and courteous manner.
- Ability to maintain a professional demeanor.
- Organized and able to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to effectively interact with management, operations, and other internal contacts, as well as external suppliers or contractors.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Minimum 2-year college degree or certificate in laboratory science or related field required.
- 3+ years of lab experience in lieu of education considered.
- Knowledge of GCMS, ICP, GC, viscosity, and Flash Point testing.
Work Environment
The role is on the 3rd shift from 6 PM to 6 AM, following a 2-3-3-2 schedule, with work required every other weekend. The individual will need to utilize personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, nitrile gloves, a uniform, a lab coat, and steel-toed shoes. The job requires standing, walking, or sitting for long periods, regular talking and hearing, and reaching with hands or arms above shoulder level. Frequent bending, squatting, or twisting may occur, along with occasional climbing and lifting/moving up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus. The individual will use a computer keyboard, mouse, telephone, and other office equipment, with a variable noise level environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, IN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.50 - $21.50/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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis,IN. 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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