Microbiology Lab Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

The role involves ensuring adherence to lab safety guidelines, creating and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and collaborating with production to test all incoming raw materials.

Responsibilities

• Adhere strictly to laboratory safety protocols and regulatory compliance standards.
• Develop, revise, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and quality in laboratory practices.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with the production team to conduct comprehensive testing of all incoming raw materials.
• Perform routine microbiological analyses, including detection of bacteria, yeast, and mold, as well as identity verification using Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR).
• Ensure accurate and thorough documentation of all laboratory procedures, test results, and quality control activities.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with team members and other departments to support operational efficiency and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology or Microbiology
• Experience with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Proficiency with FTIR testing.
• Ability to create and write SOPs.
• Experience in microbiology testing, including bacteria, yeast, mold, and identity testing using FTIR.

About Actalent

Actalent connects passion with purpose. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts that drive scale, innovation, and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 engineering and sciences consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. An operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions, Actalent launched as a new specialized engineering and sciences services and workforce solutions brand in 2021.

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

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mundelein, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $26.00/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 Mundelein,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 14, 2025.

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 [email protected] for other accommodation options.