Lab Assistant
Actalent
Posted Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Posting ID: JP-005931784
Job Title: Laboratory Assistant
Job Description
As a Laboratory Assistant, you will play a vital role in managing and processing materials for the company and its clients. You will handle the retention and disposal of materials, ensure the proper storage and preparation of samples, and maintain accurate records.
Responsibilities
- Receive and sort samples to ensure proper storage.
- Prepare all samples for testing and add the correct preservatives if necessary.
- Handle hazardous materials such as crude oil, refined petroleum products, refined fuels, LPG, petrochemicals, industrial gases, and natural gas.
- Move 20-50 boxes weekly to a storage unit, laboratory, or trucks.
- Dispose of samples responsibly.
- Assist other laboratory personnel with analysis, data checks, approvals, and handle simple calculations.
Essential Skills
- Data entry
- Laboratory procedures
- Sample accessioning
- Labelling
- Specimen collection
- Sample sorting
- Sample preparation
- Sample preservation
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- 6+ months of experience in a production environment
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Ability to lift up to 50-pound boxes
- Proven ability to follow SOPs as confirmed by references
Work Environment
The work environment is fast-paced, processing up to 100 samples daily. You will work Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, as part of a team. Lab safety attire, including lab coats, safety glasses, and gloves, will be provided. The dress code requires a shirt that covers the stomach, lower back, and upper arms, long pants, and shoes that completely cover the feet. Flexible scheduling is available to accommodate school commitments.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Sulphur, LA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00/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 Sulphur,LA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 15, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
Contact Information
Email: cfiles@actalentservices.com
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