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Actalent Lab Technician in Stockton, California
Job Title: Lab TechnicianJob Description
The Lab Technician will be responsible for basic wet chemistry bench sampling, including Bio Oxygen Samples, pH testing, tepidity, odor samples, and settable solids. The role involves working in a lab to test samples of primarily water and wastewater. On a normal day, Lab Technicians will conduct 60-100 micro tests, and during the busiest season, this number can exceed 150 samples.
Responsibilities
Conduct basic wet chemistry bench sampling, including Bio Oxygen Samples, pH testing, tepidity, odor samples, and settable solids.
Perform 60-100 micro tests per day, with potential to exceed 150 tests during peak seasons.
Rotate weekly tasks between DOB (Wet Chem), Back T Room (Basic Chem Analysis), Micro Room, and floater duties.
Order supplies as needed.
Maintain a fast-paced work environment.
Essential Skills
Proficiency in laboratory techniques, particularly water testing and wet chemistry.
Experience with pH testing and bench wet chemistry.
Knowledge of chemistry, microbiology, and analytical chemistry.
Quality assurance and quality control experience.
Data entry and sample management skills.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
BS in Chemistry or a related science field.
0-2 years of experience in a relevant field.
Work Environment
The position is full-time, working from Sunday to Thursday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with occasional coverage needed for others during vacations. The role may involve working alone in the lab on Saturdays and Sundays. The lab environment is fast-paced and not necessarily quiet or controlled. Rotating holidays throughout all lab personnel.
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.
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