If you are interested, please email your resume and your availability to speak to Trenton Burkley at Tburkley @actalentservices.com.

Job Title: Microbiology Lab Technician

Responsibilities:

Comply with all EHSQS policies, procedures, and regulations relevant to the Site.Participate in the established Quality System to maintain ISO standards in the microbiology laboratory.Prepare a variety of media and reagents for microbiological analysis.Perform quality control evaluations on media and reagents received and prepared in-house.Prepare test samples using microbiological techniques according to established procedures.Log samples, set up tests, transfer tests, and analyze/report results.Daily, check and record temperature of all refrigerators, freezers, and water baths in the Microbiology department.Verify and record calibration of the top load balance used to weigh samples.Post information in LIMS, SAP, MDE, Electronic Logbook, and Excel spreadsheets.Verify and review data entries, maintain data & sample retention.Maintain and verify calibration of laboratory equipment, reporting deficiencies/malfunctions to the Quality Manager.Maintain a clean, well-stocked lab.Write and/or update Test Methods and/or SOPs as requested.Identify, record, and help correct nonconformities and potential nonconformities.Participate in ongoing and annual training, test method/SOP reviews, and proficiency testing as requested by the Quality Manager.

Work Environment

Hours will be Sunday - Thursday, 8 AM - 4:30 PM. Training will be provided Monday - Friday for 1-4 weeks. The work setting is R&D, Lab, and Corporate, with no production or manufacturing.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00

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 Hoffman Estates,IL.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 23, 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.

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 for other accommodation options.