Senior Lab Technician

Job Title

Lab Technician

Perform and document routine quality control testing on finished goods and in-process batches. This includes testing for KU viscosity, ICI viscosity, Hegman grind, weight per gallon (density), percent solids, pH measurement, ASTM dry time testing (no-track / set-to-touch), and conducting scrub resistance and adhesion checks as needed.

• Conduct routine quality control testing on finished goods and in-process batches.
• Perform KU viscosity and ICI viscosity tests.
• Execute Hegman grind assessments.
• Measure weight per gallon (density).
• Determine percent solids.
• Perform pH measurements.
• Conduct ASTM dry time testing (no-track / set-to-touch).
• Perform scrub resistance and adhesion checks as necessary.
• Document all testing procedures and results accurately.

• Expertise in coating, adhesive, and polymer testing.
• Proficiency in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Experience in quality control processes.
• Solid understanding of chemistry and viscosity testing.

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in coatings, paint, adhesives, or polymer laboratory work.
• Experience with waterborne systems preferred.
• Comfortable working in an industrial manufacturing environment.

Work schedule:

Monday to Friday, 1st shift, typical hours from approximately 6:00–2:30 or 7:00–3:30. The culture is flexible, and earlier start times are welcomed. This role requires working between the laboratory and the manufacturing floor.

Contract position based out of Franklin, MA.

The pay range for this position is $23.00–$25.00/hr.

Benefits (subject to eligibility and terms) may include:

• 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)

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 16, 2026.

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.