Job Title: Sample Lab Compounder

Job Description

The Sample Lab Compounder is responsible for accurately retrieving and measuring ingredients using scales, mixing various ingredients, and identifying and melting solids using hot plates. The role involves identifying ingredients that require dilution, appropriately diluting them, and recording raw materials usage. The compounder maintains quality standards by verifying weights and contents of raw materials, conducting in-process batch inspections, and documenting all process events while adhering to procedures and policies.

Responsibilities

Process liquid, powders, homogenizing, and spray dry methods of compounding.Follow standard batch instructions to accurately weigh dyes and other substances into the equipment.Check for consistency in various batches and measure the viscosity of mixtures.Take samples of batches and turn them over to a laboratory for testing.Follow food safety guidelines and accurately document work completed.

Essential Skills

3-5+ years of experience in batch making, compounding, and blending.Experience working in personal care/cosmetic, fragrance, and dietary supplement industries.

Work Environment

The work environment involves wearing a uniform and proper attire. The company is growing rapidly, having gained significant business and won creams and lotions line of business.

Shifts Available: 2nd 330PM-Midnight and 3rd 1130PM-8AM

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Helmetta, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/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 Helmetta,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 13, 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.