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Actalent Lab Technician in New Orleans, Louisiana

Job Title: Lab TechnicianJob Description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Lab Technician to join our dynamic team. This role involves sample preparation, supporting chemists, and conducting various tests including proximate testing, protein testing, fat testing, moisture testing, extraction, and centrifuging. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and advance your career in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare samples for testing.

  • Support chemists in their daily tasks.

  • Conduct proximate testing, protein testing, fat testing, moisture testing, extraction, and centrifuging.

  • Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and critical thinking processes.

  • Ensure accuracy and precision in all laboratory activities.

Essential Skills

  • Experience in a production environment.

  • Strong decision-making skills.

  • Proficiency with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).

  • Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy.

  • Experience in laboratory and chemistry settings.

  • Proficiency in sample preparation techniques.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Degree in Science OR 1+ years of experience in a lab.

  • Proven ability to follow critical thinking processes and SOPs.

Work Environment

The position is based in a food chemistry lab that tests for nutritional values, contamination, and quality of goods both imported and exported. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with potential for flexibility based on business needs after a 3-week intensive training period. This role allows for hands-on experience with new instrumentation and methods, providing a deep understanding of lab operations.

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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are 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

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 (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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