Quality Control Lab Assistant

Quality Control Lab Assistant

As a Quality Control Lab Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the preparation of materials for testing and aiding professional individuals in conducting various laboratory tests. Your duties will include the receipt and preparation of samples through front-end automation, storage and archiving of samples, retrieval for additional testing, and preparation of buffer materials.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process specimens and supplies, recording information from collection centers.
• Handle and track donor samples from receipt to final testing.
• Properly dispose of samples into biohazard containers after testing.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot lab instrumentation.
• Utilize computerized inventory management systems to manage sample tracking and testing status.
• Monitor inventory levels for laboratory supplies and notify supervisors of needs.

Essential Skills

• Basic computer skills
• Data entry proficiency
• Laboratory inspection capabilities

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Preferred experience in laboratory settings or production line work

Work Environment

This role is located within a donor processing and manufacturing facility. Opportunities for training in the medical field are available for entry-level candidates with a bachelor's degree and no additional certifications. The environment offers a positive work atmosphere with set shifts, avoiding on-call or STAT labs typical in hospitals. Work shifts are from 2:30 PM to 11 PM, with options for Sunday through Thursday or Monday through Friday schedules. Employees benefit from a competitive package including tuition reimbursement and potential for global career growth. The first day orientation is typically from 10 AM to 12 PM.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Knoxville, Tennessee.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.60 - $17.60/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 Knoxville, TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 12, 2025.

About Actalent

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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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