Lab Technician

Job Title:

Lab Technician

Job Description

Join our innovative team as a Lab Technician, where you will perform essential in-process and finished product testing to ensure compliance with internal and customer specifications. You will prepare test specimens using advanced injection molding equipment and document any necessary adjustments to production materials.

Your role will include calibration verification, maintenance of laboratory equipment, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness in the lab and molding areas.

Responsibilities

* Perform required in-process and finished product testing per internal and customer specifications.

* Prepare test specimens using injection molding equipment.

* Evaluate, document, and communicate necessary adjustments to production material that do not meet specifications.

* Thoroughly document and place on quality hold any material not meeting specifications, including additional sampling, inspection, or testing as specified.

* Perform calibration verification and periodic maintenance on laboratory testing equipment.

* Maintain housekeeping in the laboratory and injection molding areas.

Essential Skills

* High school diploma or GED required.

* Proficiency in chemistry, laboratory, and quality control procedures.

* Experience in a manufacturing environment.

* Technical skills in production and document management.

* Good documentation practices and communication skills.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

* Diploma or Certification in Applied Technology strongly preferred.

* Basic laboratory experience in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred.

* Associate's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related field preferred.

* Strong attention to detail and excellent analytical skills.

* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

* Proficiency in using laboratory equipment and software.

* Project management skills and leadership abilities.

* Willingness to work night shifts and adapt to a flexible schedule.

Work Environment

Work in a dynamic manufacturing laboratory environment on the third shift from Monday to Friday, 10pm to 6am. Our company values innovation, integrity, and excellence, and offers an opportunity to be part of a team dedicated to delivering high-quality products and fostering strong customer relationships.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brownsville, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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 Brownsville,TN.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 2, 2026.

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 actalentaccom for other accommodation options.