Lab Assistant Jobs in Charleston, SC (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: QAPC Lab Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a qualified Lab Technician to perform a variety of technical laboratory procedures. This role involves handling chemicals and using sensitive equipment to analyze samples, conduct tests, and report findings that aid in operational decisions. The technician will work closely with the Process Control Lab (QAPC) team leader. The position requires a commitment to maintaining safe work conditions and a passion for contributing to the production of quality finished goods.

Responsibilities

• Receive and analyze samples from production, innovation teams, and special projects.
• Safely execute laboratory testing according to standard procedures, make observations and interpret findings.
• Organize and store all chemical substances, fluids, and compressed gases according to safety instructions.
• Accurately document all data and results in specified forms, both paper and electronic.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and assist in ordering supplies.
• Ensure strict adherence to all safety guidelines and maintain a clean, orderly environment.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience as a Lab Technician or relevant position.
• Experience in operating electrical and non-electrical laboratory equipment and handling potentially dangerous substances such as flammable liquids, acids, and bases.
• Knowledge of SHE systems, preventative measures, and laboratory best practices.
• Working knowledge of MS Office suite (especially Excel), database systems, and Teams.
• Ability to work autonomously and under pressure.
• Degree in biology, chemistry, or a relevant field.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with quality control processes.
• Experience in laboratory best practices.

Work Environment

The work environment is a manufacturing paint lab, where the technician will initially train for 30–60 days with a schedule from Monday to Thursday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM. After training, the technician will transition to a night shift schedule with a 2-2-3 rotation, working from 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM. The company offers retention bonuses at 3, 6, 12, and 18 months.

This is a Contract position based out of Goose Creek, SC.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Goose Creek,SC.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 11, 2026.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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