Chemistry Lab Technician

Join our team as a Chemistry Lab Technician where you will play a vital role in nutritional testing and chemical analysis. Contribute to the development and improvement of high-quality chemical products in a dynamic lab environment at a food manufacturing plant.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutritional testing including moisture, ash, fats, and salts analysis.
• Work with acids and petroleum ether for various laboratory procedures.
• Prepare, weigh, and utilize solutions for chemical analysis.
• Analyze chemical substances to identify their composition.
• Run tests to improve the quality of chemical products.
• Conduct tests for chemical ingredients, substances, and materials.
• Accept samples, prepare media, and perform microbiological and chemical analysis.
• Evaluate results of raw material and finished product samples.
• Conduct shelf life studies, microbiological, chemical, and sensory analysis on raw materials, semi-processed, and finished products.
• Create Certificates of Analysis.
• Collaborate with R&D for developing shelf life studies and setting up new products.

• 1-3 years of experience in a laboratory setting.
• Degree in Chemistry preferred; Biology or related science considered.
• Understanding of basic principles of biochemistry, organic, and inorganic chemistry.
• Basic knowledge of microbiology.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong team player with organizational skills.
• Mathematical aptitude with analytical proficiency.
• Professional communication skills.

• Previous experience in an analytical food industry laboratory preferred but not required.

The role is based in a lab environment at a food manufacturing plant, operating first shift hours from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $26.00/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 Streamwood,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 4, 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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