Lab Analyst

Lab Analyst I

This position involves performing routine testing on all samples in the Analytical Services laboratory, providing analytical data essential for process control, quality control, process development, product development, and waste management.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analytical testing as directed by protocols and work instructions.
• Prepare solutions, clean glassware, and dispose of solid/liquid waste to assist in laboratory operations.
• Alert lab leadership of issues or discrepancies involving sample integrity, supply inventory, safety concerns, or analysis irregularities.
• Communicate troubleshooting opportunities in testing processes.
• Understand and operate Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), Chromatography Data System (CDS), and other instrument-specific computer systems.
• Search various databases for test methods, specifications, and standards to locate required information for analyses.
• Promptly and accurately record, calculate, and report analytical results.
• Review analytical data and various LIMS reports.
• Assist in improving established procedures and implementing continuous improvement projects.
• Notify leads when supplies/consumables are at critical levels.
• Observe good safety and housekeeping practices.
• Participate in lab/site safety programs and cross-site initiatives.

Essential Skills

• Good oral and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to analyze outcomes against a standard.
• Ability to diagnose typical instrument problems with little or no assistance.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload to optimize efficiency and productivity of the laboratory.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 1 year laboratory experience is preferred.
• Understanding of basic HPLC and GC operation.
• Ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Chemistry with lab experience.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/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 Kansas City, MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2025.

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.

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