Description
Work Location: Leonia NJ Work Schedule: 1st shift / M-F Main Purpose of the Job: Under the direction of the Supervisor Quality Lab Services Manager Quality Lab Services the Laboratory Technician Quality Services is responsible for performing routine laboratory support functions cleaning of glassware and general housekeeping. Non-routine duties are performed in a learning capacity under direct supervision. Responsibilities are focused on less complex testing and support functions. Key Outputs / Deliverables - Perform qualitative analysis of samples. - Conduct routine and laboratory support functions such as collecting samples preparation of media reagents and standard solutions stocking and distributing supplies and equipment and collecting washing and storing glassware. As required maintains related notes and records. - Records data performs calculations analyzes reports and authorizes results. Performs peer review of data and provides critical analysis of laboratory systems. Keeps management apprised of progress. - Prioritizes workload and meets scheduled timelines. - Informs Supervisor of equipment and supply needs required to avoid delays in testing. - Reports results of assignments and maintains and performs related record keeping in compliance with approved regulatory policies and standards to meet quality and accuracy requirements. - Follows and complies with all appropriate SOPs QPs GMPs and safety and health requirements as applicable. - Demonstrate good housekeeping practices to minimize analytical mix-ups potential laboratory contamination and safety hazards. Understanding and handling of hazardous materials and waste using proper and safe techniques. - Assists higher level technical and scientific personnel as needed to learn more advanced techniques equipment instrumentation and procedures specific to the Quality Control Department. - Display ability in interpreting and evaluating atypical/OOS results and immediately report them to Supervisor. - Show versatility and be able to work as a part of a team when required. - Other duties as assigned Expected high performance behaviors: - Exhibit positive attitude regarding work and responsibilities - Ability to work collaboratively within teams - Ability to focus on details - Ability to maintain effectiveness during major changes in work tasks or the work environment adjusting effectively to within new work structures processes requirements or cultures Qualifications / Certifications - High School diploma or general education degree GED required. - Bachelors degree in chemistry or other closely related discipline preferred. - 0 to 1 years of laboratory experience. Critical Experiences - Ability to learn analytical skills. - Good time management skills and have the ability to meet deadlines. - Must be willing to meet tight deadlines and work overtime if required. - Ability to write simple correspondence and have good verbal communication skills. - Basic mathematical skills. - Good computer skills i.e. MS Word Excel. - Must be able to organize generated data evaluate and interpret the results when compared to specifications. Working Conditions - While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to walk talk and hear. - The employee frequently is required to stand. - The employee may be required tosit for periods of time reach with hands and arms. - The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. - Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. - Use of a standard computer keyboard for data entry. Work environment may be exposed to powders chemicals and allergens peanuts tree nuts milk dairy eggs wheat gluten soy fish and shellfish
Experience Level
Entry Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Leonia, NJ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $17.50/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:
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Leonia,NJ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026.
About Actalent
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