Laboratory Analyst

Actlaent is seeking an Analyst to perform high-quality testing of products across multiple laboratory disciplines, including analytical testing, microbiology, stability, and materials testing. This role offers the opportunity to apply a core science or food science experience in a fast-paced environment focused on food and beverage products. Successful candidates join a collaborative team that values potential, adaptability, and a strong sense of contributing to a larger purpose.

Actlaent is seeking an Analyst to perform high-quality testing of products across multiple laboratory disciplines, including analytical testing, microbiology, stability, and materials testing. This role offers the opportunity to apply a core science or food science experience in a fast-paced environment focused on food and beverage products. Successful candidates join a collaborative team that values potential, adaptability, and a strong sense of contributing to a larger purpose.

• Perform quality testing of products across analytical, microbiology, stability, and materials testing groups, following established laboratory methods and standards.
• Conduct laboratory analyses using core science principles in biology, chemistry, or food science to ensure product quality and consistency.
• Support quality testing activities for a variety of products, ensuring accurate, timely, and reliable test results.
• Adapt to fluctuating departmental needs by contributing to different project groups within the Technical Center as assigned.
• Participate in problem-solving activities in a fast-paced environment, addressing issues quickly to meet tight turnaround times.
• Collaborate closely with team members to complete testing workflows, share findings, and support overall laboratory goals.
• Demonstrate strong multitasking abilities by managing multiple tests, tasks, and priorities within the daily workload.
• Follow laboratory safety procedures and quality standards to maintain a safe and compliant working environment.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and leadership to provide updates on testing progress, issues, and results.
• Embrace the concept of contributing to a broader mission, understanding how individual work supports larger organizational objectives.

• Bachelors degree in a core science discipline such as biology, chemistry, or in food science.
• Laboratory experience gained through academic studies or immediately after graduation.
• Strong interest in food and beverage products, with specific enthusiasm for beer.
• Industry experience in a laboratory setting or relevant work experience during school, such as restaurant or fast food roles.
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple responsibilities in a dynamic environment.
• Team-oriented mindset with demonstrated teamwork or leadership skills.
• Adaptable and coachable attitude, with a willingness to learn and grow within different laboratory groups.
• Understanding of how individual contributions support larger organizational goals and outcomes.

This is a Contract position based out of Saint Louis, MO.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Saint Louis,MO.

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