Entry-Level Lab Technician Job at Actalent, Westerville, OH

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  • Actalent
  • Westerville, OH

Job Description

We are immediately hiring for an Entry-Level Laboratory Technician here in Columbus! This role will primarily be performing laboratory testing on food and sauce/dip related products. This is a long-term career opportunity for someone who wants to grow in the sciences long-term!

An ideal candidate will have a Bachelors Degree in a Scientific field (Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Food Science, Microbiology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, etc.). Candidates can be entry-level with the degree.

Job Description

The lab technician will be performing quality testing on food products with a focus on dips and sauces. The role will split time between laboratory testing, performing some basic quality checks on the bottles/codes/dates, and performing documentation. This is a great chance to both get laboratory experience and experience working in a heavily regulated environment!

  • Collect and test samples of ingredients, products, or packages.
  • Testing will largely include pH, viscosity, titrations, product color, density, acid, and salt testing.
  • Perform quality checks on the production floor, verifying unit and case codes, labels, and conducting metal detector checks.
  • Document all results and information based on SOPs and necessary regulations.
  • Label and maintain product retention samples to monitor throughout shelf life.
  • Organize collected data for management review.
  • Maintain lab equipment in a clean and orderly fashion.

Qualifications

  • Must have an Associates or Bachelors Degree in a science (Bachelors preferred - may consider an Associates Degree depending on laboratory coursework).

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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 Columbus,OH. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Dec 30, 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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Temporary work, Immediate start,

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