Job Information
Actalent Lab Technician in Hazelwood, Missouri
Junior Lab Technician
Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented Junior Lab Technician to support daily laboratory and facility operations through equipment coordination, inventory management, documentation control, and general laboratory support activities. This onsite role involves coordinating maintenance and service activities, managing chemical and sample inventories, supporting procurement and logistics, and ensuring laboratory readiness through SOP maintenance and compliance with safety practices. The ideal candidate has foundational laboratory experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with scientists, vendors, contractors, and site visitors.
PAY - $25/hour
Responsibilities
Coordinate service contracts and generate purchase orders for facility and laboratory maintenance services.
Coordinate preventive maintenance, calibration, and repair services for laboratory equipment.
Coordinate and escort guests, contractors, and service engineers; provide site orientation or safety training as required.
Assist scientists with ordering laboratory supplies, office supplies, and chemicals.
Arrange, track, and receive shipments and oversee receipt of inbound shipments.
Manage chemical and sample inventories.
Maintain laboratory documentation, including notebooks, data binders, and instrument service records.
Assist with updates to the approved supplier list.
Perform routine laboratory support tasks, including washing glassware, disposing of waste, and managing supplies such as dry ice, lab coats, PPE, gas cylinders, and liquid nitrogen.
Draft, review, and update laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Essential Skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interface professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks independently.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
High attention to detail with demonstrated ability to follow procedures.
Basic understanding of laboratory safety, equipment handling, and controlled documentation practices.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required.
Associate or bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, or a related scientific discipline preferred.
0–2 years of relevant laboratory, technical or operations support experience.
Experience in pharmaceutical or medical device environments preferred.
Work Environment
This position requires working onsite Monday through Friday, with no overtime expected
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Hazelwood, MO.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $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 Hazelwood,MO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 1, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.