Lab Assistant

Job Title: Lab Assistant Job Description
The Lab Assistant performs a variety of analytical and quality-focused activities in a hands-on laboratory environment. This role supports laboratory operations by conducting routine testing, maintaining and calibrating instruments, assisting with equipment troubleshooting, and contributing to quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives. The Lab Assistant also performs SAP transactions related to materials and products and helps ensure accurate documentation and adherence to established procedures.
Responsibilities
- Perform laboratory analyses as directed by the laboratory manager, following established testing procedures and methods.
- Review, edit, and help develop quality assurance documents and work instructions under the supervision of the laboratory manager.
- Assist the laboratory manager and laboratory technicians with equipment troubleshooting and repair to ensure reliable operation of instruments.
- Support laboratory projects and continuous improvement activities by contributing to process improvements and efficiency initiatives.
- Calibrate and perform routine maintenance on ICP-MS, ICP-OES, AA, GC, TOC, and other laboratory instrumentation under supervision.
- Perform SAP transactions related to raw materials, intermediates, and finished products, ensuring accurate recording of laboratory activities.
- Place orders for laboratory chemicals and supplies to maintain adequate inventory and support ongoing testing needs.
- Follow written testing procedures precisely and maintain accurate, organized laboratory records and documentation.
- Conduct testing of raw materials, production samples, and finished chemical products in accordance with quality-control requirements.
- Apply analytical techniques such as gas chromatography, titration, and pH measurement to support testing and analysis.
- Perform instrument calibration, routine maintenance, and basic troubleshooting to maintain data quality and instrument reliability.
- Manage multiple testing responsibilities simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail and adherence to timelines.
- Support and follow QA/QC practices, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and controlled work instructions to ensure compliance and consistency.
Essential Skills
- Hands-on experience in an analytical, industrial, or quality-control laboratory.
- Familiarity with gas chromatography, titration, pH measurement, or related analytical techniques.
- Experience following written testing procedures and maintaining accurate laboratory records.
- Ability to perform instrument calibration, routine maintenance, and basic troubleshooting.
- Strong attention to detail and organization, with the ability to manage multiple testing responsibilities.
- Experience testing raw materials, production samples, or finished chemical products (preferred).
- Understanding of quality control and chemistry principles in a laboratory setting.
- Awareness of GMP and QC practices in a laboratory or production environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Exposure to ICP-MS, ICP-OES, AA, GC, or TOC instrumentation.
- Experience with instrument calibration, preventative maintenance, or troubleshooting of analytical instruments.
- Familiarity with QA/QC practices, SOPs, or controlled work instructions.
- Exposure to SAP, LIMS, or similar laboratory or ERP systems.
- Experience with sample preparation, solution and reagent preparation, or analytical chemistry techniques.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Interest in cross-training across different laboratory departments and functions.
- Motivation to grow within the organization, with a preference for internal promotion and long-term development.
Work Environment
This is a hands-on role in a laboratory environment, working directly with analytical instruments, chemicals, and production samples. The position operates on a day shift schedule, Monday through Friday, typically from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The organization supports cross-training across departments and emphasizes promoting from within, fostering a stable, growth-oriented culture where employees are encouraged to develop their skills and advance their careers.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Theodore, AL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Theodore, AL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Theodore,AL. About Actalent

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