Job Title: QC Lab Technician

Job Description

Perform inspections and chemical tests on raw materials, in-process, and final products. This role includes handling storage tanks, drums, shipping, and other samples accurately and timely. The technician will be responsible for learning all SOPs and test methods needed for safe and consistent sample analysis, recording data in the lab computer system, and generating Certificates of Analysis for finished products.

Responsibilities

Conduct quality assurance inspections on various samples.Perform chemical testing using techniques such as GCMS, HPLC, titration, and chromatography.Learn and adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs).Record and analyze data in the laboratory computer system.Generate Certificates of Analysis for finished products.Ensure lab safety and maintain quality control standards.

Essential Skills

3-5 years experience in a chemical lab.BS degree in Chemical or Chemistry related fields.Proficiency in wet chemistry, pH testing, and viscosity measurements.Familiarity with analytical chemistry and quality control lab practices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Preferred working knowledge of SAP.

Work Environment

The position involves working in a small lab team of 6 people, with 4 on day shifts and 2 on night shifts. Training hours are from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday for 2 months, before transitioning to a 2-2-3 12-hour schedule. The lab is equipped with new machines, offering opportunities for skill development and operating modern equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Louisville, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/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 Louisville,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 3, 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.