Job Title: Lab TechnicianJob Description We are seeking a dedicated Lab Technician to monitor chlorine levels, grade salt stockpiles daily, conduct chemical analysis, and perform purity mixing. This role involves maintaining a clean workspace and collaborating with other lab technicians on shift. Responsibilities + Monitor chlorine levels and perform daily grading of salt stockpiles. + Conduct inspections and data entry related to chemical analysis. + Perform wet chemistry and purity mixing. + Maintain cleanliness of the workspace. + Collaborate with fellow lab technicians during shifts. + Conduct quality control inspections of products, including pulling samples and conducting tests. + Prepare chemical solutions according to formulas and run daily samples for testing. + Document all processes accurately on paper and electronically to maintain traceability. Essential Skills + Proficiency in wet chemistry and chemical analysis. + Experience in quality assurance and quality control. + Ability to conduct lab testing and titration. + Minimum of 1 year experience working in a non-medical laboratory setting. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Ability to lift approximately 40 lbs daily. + Strong ability to learn quickly and possess excellent soft skills. Work Environment The position is based in a salt mine environment, which is humid, dirty, and physically demanding. You will need to navigate several flights of stairs multiple times daily. Training will last between 4 weeks, with a schedule of 7 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday and every other Saturday. Initially, you will work alongside others, but will eventually work independently. The lab is a satellite building from the mill, requiring transportation of samples. Dress code during training includes jeans, steel toe boots, and t-shirts (no short sleeves), with uniforms provided a few weeks after starting. Benefits include 80 hours of PTO and 6 additional days of holiday pay, with holiday pay available only to those not scheduled to work on holidays. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in NEW IBERIA,LA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2025. 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. 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.