Manufacturing Technician

Job Title: Manufacturing TechnicianJob Description This is an exciting opportunity to join a Microbiology Division where you will contribute to making a difference in a manufacturing setting. As an operator, you will be responsible for assisting with the manufacturing process of agars by loading products, checking volumes, ensuring quality, and much more. Responsibilities + Efficiently and safely operate assigned machinery and perform simple maintenance, reporting any malfunctioning equipment immediately to the Supervisor or Lead. + Set up and adjust machines to run at different sizes. + Obtain correct materials for operation needs from the warehouse or staging area. + Organize production flow, ensure materials are available, estimate the progress of the line, and schedule breaks in correspondence with the production time schedule in a safe manner. + Document work accurately, check personal work for quality and compliance, monitor products for defects, and assist with the inventory process. + Accurately dispense required additives to media and perform techniques to achieve the correct pH balance, investigating and remedying possible production failures. + Follow all written procedures, reporting discrepancies in procedures (SOPs, DHRs, etc.) to the Area Supervisor. + Perform all work activities safely and wear personal protective equipment as required. + Report property damage and/or safety hazards to the Supervisor, Human Resources, Safety Specialist, or Senior Management immediately. + Complete production assignments in a timely manner according to departmental schedules. + Sign off on DHRs in appropriate places and fill in pertinent information in accordance with SOPs. Essential Skills + Experience in manufacturing and production. + Knowledge of GMP standards. + Ability to perform basic math calculations. + Experience in filling, inventory management, pH balancing, and agar/media preparation. Additional Skills & Qualifications + High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution. + Ability to comprehend and communicate effectively in English, both written and verbally. + Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and push/pull up to 600 lb. wheeled kettles. + Ability to stand for sustained periods, approximately 10 hours a day. + Ability to see and distinguish colors. Work Environment The position is based in a laboratory/cleanroom environment. The role operates on a 2nd shift from 2pm to 10:30pm. This opportunity provides a great start in science, offering experience in kit production, large-scale manufacturing, and GMP experience. There is potential for career advancement, and the company is willing to train individuals with minimal relevant experience or those with an Associate or Bachelor of Science degree. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of FREDERICK, MD. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $21.09 - $21.09/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: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in FREDERICK,MD. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 16, 2026. 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 ( ) for other accommodation options.

Created: 2026-02-04