Lab Technician

Job Title: Lab Technician

Job Description

Join our Quality Assurance team to support production in our main plant, directly working within the Science & Technology lab, but separate from the R&D team. As a Lab Technician, you will conduct tests and analyze products to determine various characteristics such as strength, tensile, and chemical content, documenting all results meticulously. Your tasks will involve manufacturing fiberglass reinforced composites using various techniques like vacuum assisted resin transfer molding (VARTM), polymer impregnation of fibers, and more. This role involves significant hands-on work, including building samples from provided resins and yarns, and requires lifting 40-50 lbs regularly. High performance in this role may lead to full-time employment with benefits and opportunities for advancement.

Hard Skills

• Lab Technician Experience

• Fiberglass Handling

• Product Development

• Mechanical Aptitude

• Mathematics Fundamentals

Soft Skills

• Self-Motivated

• Organized

• Ability to Work Independently

Job Type

This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 12 Month(s).

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in Shelby, North Carolina.

Work Environment

Lab environment with strong safety regulations. This is a Monday-Friday day shift position, with occasional overtime. Candidates will work with fiberglass, various organic chemicals, and complex composite production machinery for eight-hour shifts.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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

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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.