Specimen Packaging Technician

The role involves sorting, racking, registering, labeling, and storing specimens. You will also handle data entry and other miscellaneous tasks delegated by leadership, particularly concerning the accession of frozen samples. This position requires working in cold environments, including freezers, and involves lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Sort and rack specimens efficiently.
• Register and label specimens accurately.
• Store specimens according to guidelines.
• Perform data entry tasks with a high degree of accuracy.
• Execute miscellaneous tasks as delegated by leadership.
• Accession frozen samples as required.

• High school diploma required.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail is essential.
• Proficiency in data entry.
• Specimen processing and registration skills.

• Excellent typing skills.
• Experience in specimen collection is beneficial.

The work environment includes cold storage areas and freezers. Candidates are needed for all shifts: 1st and 2nd shifts are Tuesday through Saturday, and the 3rd shift is Monday through Friday. The dress code requires that nails do not protrude through latex gloves to maintain PPE effectiveness. Employees may wear t-shirts with non-offensive writing, covered by a lab coat in the lab. Long pants are mandatory, with no tears or exposed ankles allowed. Shoes must cover all skin, with no open toes or flip flops permitted. The company provides a full gym, cafeteria, and team-building activities. There is a strong emphasis on promoting from within, offering numerous opportunities for advancement in the scientific field.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Lancaster, PA.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.70/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 Lancaster,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 12, 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.