Lab Technician

Lab Technician - Pharmaceutical Quality Control

Join a highly respected and established organization where quality, safety, and innovation are at the heart of everything. We're seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Lab Technician to play a critical role in ensuring pharmaceutical products meet the highest standards.

In this role, you'll work in a dynamic quality control laboratory, using advanced instrumentation and your scientific expertise to evaluate bulk and finished chemical products. If you enjoy hands-on lab work, problem-solving, and contributing to life-changing products, this is a great opportunity to grow your career.

What You'll Do

• Independently evaluate the quality of pharmaceutical chemical products using analytical data and sound judgment
• Perform both routine and non-routine laboratory testing using a variety of techniques
• Conduct analyses using FT-IR, Loss on Drying, Non-Volatile Residue, moisture (including Karl Fischer), and related methods
• Operate and maintain HPLC and GC systems for sample analysis
• Accurately document laboratory work, observations, and results in organized lab notebooks
• Troubleshoot instruments and perform basic maintenance to ensure minimal downtime
• Apply critical thinking to interpret results and make quality determinations
• Support quality control operations, including peer review of laboratory data
• Utilize computer systems for instrument operation, data collection, and reporting
• Follow strict safety protocols and maintain a strong safety mindset in all lab activities

What You Bring

• Proven ability to analyze data and make informed quality decisions independently
• Hands-on experience with pharmaceutical or chemical laboratory testing
• Working knowledge of FT-IR, moisture analysis (KF or equivalent), and related techniques
• Experience operating HPLC and GC instrumentation
• Strong documentation skills and attention to detail
• Ability to troubleshoot and maintain laboratory equipment
• Solid understanding of chemical compatibility and safe handling practices
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Comfort working with specialized lab equipment and QC systems
• Flexibility to support a 24/7/365 lab environment, including various shifts

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related scientific field (or equivalent experience)
• Prior experience in a quality control laboratory setting
• Familiarity with pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing environments
• Interest in joining a stable, growth-oriented organization with a strong commitment to quality and safety

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Work with advanced analytical technology in a professional lab environment
• Be part of a team that directly impacts product quality and safety
• Gain experience in a fast-paced, highly regulated industry
• Join an organization known for stability, strong leadership, and high standards

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rancho Cordova, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $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 Rancho Cordova,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.