Lab Technician

  • Milwaukee, Wisconsin
  • Full Time
Lab Technician
Job Description

As a Lab Technician, you will perform chemistry-based testing on a daily basis, including environmental testing and Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) analysis. You will assist other chemists and technicians with various test methods as needed, document daily lab data accurately, and ensure lab equipment and stations are clean and prepared.

Responsibilities

  • Perform daily chemistry-based testing including environmental testing and BOD analysis.
  • Assist chemists and technicians with various test methods.
  • Accurately document daily lab data and complete necessary documentation.
  • Clean and prepare lab equipment and stations daily.
Essential Skills
  • Chemistry degree or experience in chemistry-based testing preferred.
  • Industry lab experience in chemistry testing (minimum of 1+ year).
  • Experience in environmental testing, metals testing, or using ICP, ICP-MS, or Atomic Absorption.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Associate degree or minor in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science.
  • Experience in titration and wet chemistry.
Work Environment

This position is based in a contract laboratory with primary office work and occasional lab duties. Flexible start times are available with a first shift schedule, working 40 to 45 hours per week, including potential overtime. Sunday work may be required based on customer needs. The environment is fast-paced, requiring composure under pressure, and involves interaction with sample couriers, lab technicians, supervisors, and clients, primarily via email and phone.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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 Milwaukee,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 8, 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.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email ... for other accommodation options.

Job ID: 486891830
Originally Posted on: 7/25/2025

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