Lab Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Lab Technician to perform routine physical lab tests on woven or non-woven finished fabrics and incoming chemicals and mixes. The role involves physical property testing in a chemical nature, with no wet chemistry involved. You will be involved in mathematical calculations related to fabric stretch, shrinkage, or expansion and will be required to conduct computer data entry, record keeping, and error recognition and correction.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical lab tests on fabrics to determine properties such as shrinkage and stretchability.
• Perform mathematical calculations regarding fabric dimensions.
• Ensure accurate data entry and maintain records.
• Recognize and correct errors in testing procedures and results.
• Understand and adhere to specifications, procedures, and testing methods.
• Follow sampling procedures accurately.
• Calculate and list test results on appropriate forms.
• Use rulers and tape measures for precise measurements.
• Calibrate equipment as per defined procedures.
• Assist in training new associates as required.

• Experience in QC testing and lab technology.
• Knowledge in biology, physical testing, and chemistry.
• Proficiency in quality control, inspection, and assurance.
• Skill in measurements, calculations, and calibrations.
• Familiarity with textiles and related testing.

• An AS or BS degree in Chemistry or Textiles is preferred, though experience may substitute for educational qualifications.
• Experience working in an industrial laboratory setting.
• Willingness to work holidays, weekends, after hours, and during shutdown weeks as required.

The work environment involves close proximity with other team members and flexibility to fill in other areas as needed. Candidates must be comfortable with wet chemistry tasks. Employees may need to work extra hours due to increased workload from other plants. The position offers great benefits and opportunities for advancement, including potential progression to wet chem lab, analytical lab, and R&D roles

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $21.00/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 Type

This is a fully onsite position in Greensboro,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 27, 2025.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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