Lab Associate Jobs in Independence, MO (NOW HIRING)

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Associate Quality Control Lab professional to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for gathering and testing samples, maintaining accurate test records, performing cleaning tasks, and supporting laboratory operations. This entry-level position is ideal for recent graduates with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Biology, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Gather and test samples within expected time frames and enter results into SAP.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and legible test records in accordance with company policy.
• Perform cleaning and housekeeping tasks in the laboratory and on testing equipment.
• Assist with laboratory equipment troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Support customer pre-ship sample order requests by obtaining, packaging, and shipping samples.
• Prepare and ship samples for external laboratory testing.
• Conduct testing and analysis for special projects and non-conforming product investigations.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Biology, or a related field.
• Entry-level candidates and new graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Familiarity with quality control, chemistry, GMP, quality assurance, titration, viscosity, pH, HPLC, and GCMS.

Skills & Qualifications

• Strong computer skills with proficiency in word processing, databases, and spreadsheets.
• Analytical and mathematical skills, including statistical analysis.
• Experience and compliance with laboratory bench practices and equipment management.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work for timely completion.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude and a good attendance record.
• Experience with wet chemistry and laboratory instrumentation such as Variomax, Bruker NIR.
• General lab tasks including pH measurement, moisture balance, analytical balances, pipettes, and volumetric measures.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kansas City, MO.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Kansas City,MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 2, 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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