Lab Technician

Job Title: Laboratory Technician Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to support daily operations in a fast-paced quality control laboratory within an industrial manufacturing environment. In this role, you prepare samples, solutions, and laboratory materials that directly support analytical testing and production activities. You work hands-on with laboratory equipment, follow established procedures carefully, and contribute to maintaining a clean, organized, and audit-ready lab. This position offers the opportunity to build and grow technical skills in chemistry and analytical methods while contributing to innovative work in the rare earth element space.
Responsibilities
- Follow all laboratory safety, environmental, and quality procedures at all times.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready laboratory and work area.
- Assist with inventory management for chemicals, reagents, consumables, and general laboratory supplies.
- Participate in safety initiatives and proactively identify and report workplace hazards.
- Support the development, review, and revision of laboratory procedures and work instructions.
- Prepare reagents, standards, and laboratory solutions according to established protocols and specifications.
- Receive, label, log, and organize incoming samples to ensure accurate identification and handling.
- Perform routine sample preparation activities, including weighing, dilution, filtration, digestion, and conditioning.
- Ensure proper chain-of-custody documentation and maintain full sample traceability throughout the testing process.
- Record sample information accurately in laboratory databases and tracking systems.
- Assist laboratory staff with routine testing and analysis activities as directed.
- Operate common laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meters, ovens, furnaces, and general laboratory instrumentation.
- Document testing activities clearly and communicate observations, issues, and results to laboratory personnel.
- Perform routine cleaning, calibration checks, and preventive maintenance tasks on laboratory equipment.
- Support continuous improvement efforts focused on laboratory efficiency, quality, accuracy, and reliability.
Essential Skills
- High school diploma required.
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or a related scientific discipline preferred.
- 12 years of experience in a laboratory, manufacturing environment, academic research, or internship setting preferred.
- 12 years of experience with sample preparation techniques and laboratory documentation preferred.
- Basic understanding of general laboratory practices and safe chemical handling.
- Ability to follow written procedures and standard operating instructions accurately.
- Strong attention to detail and high level of organization in managing samples and documentation.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Outlook.
- Comfort working in a structured, process-driven environment.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy and compliance with procedures.
- Self-motivated with a strong willingness to learn and adapt to new techniques and processes.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience or exposure to quality control laboratory work is beneficial.
- Familiarity with laboratory chemistry concepts and practices is an advantage.
- Experience with ICP-OES, HPLC, GC, or GC-MS instrumentation is a plus.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for documenting work and collaborating with laboratory staff.
- Interest in growing into more advanced laboratory and analytical responsibilities over time.
- Ability to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, and accuracy.
- Comfort working in an industrial setting related to rare earth element processing and advanced materials.
Work Environment
This position operates in a manufacturing environment with two onsite laboratories that are climate controlled and designed for quality control and research activities. The role follows a day shift schedule, typically 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The facility includes multiple production and laboratory areas, with a focus on clean, organized spaces and modern equipment to support analytical and R&D work. Team members work in a structured, process-driven environment with clear procedures and documentation standards, collaborating closely with other laboratory and production staff in a growing organization that is expanding its capabilities in rare earth element technologies.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Noblesville, IN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $30.00/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 to Hire position based out of Noblesville, IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Noblesville,IN. About Actalent

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