Job Details

Lab Assistant / Glass Cleaner

The Lab Assistant / Glass Cleaner plays a vital role in supporting high-volume glassware cleaning operations and maintaining the integrity of lab processes. This position emphasizes quality over speed, requiring adherence to strict cleaning protocols while contributing to a collaborative and organized team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Clean and rinse laboratory glassware following strict procedures, ensuring no surfactant residue remains.
• Handle delicate and expensive glassware with care and precision.
• Maintain an organized workspace and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Communicate clearly with lab staff and ask for help when needed.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth operations.

Essential Skills:

• Sterilization expertise
• Attention to detail
• SOP compliance
• Data entry
• Cleaning and sanitation
• Effective communication
• Time management
• High-volume processing
• Task prioritization

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience in fast-paced environments such as food service, lab prep, manufacturing, or assembly
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize and sequence tasks
• Clear and professional communication skills
• Willingness to ask for help and work collaboratively
• Previous lab or sterilization experience is preferred but not required
• Ability to follow SOPs/instructions accurately
• Quick learner
• Professional under pressure
• Reliable and punctual

Work Environment:

The Lab Assistant / Glass Cleaner will work onsite at a high-volume, fast-paced laboratory focused on precision and quality. The lab culture emphasizes collaboration, attention to detail, and professionalism, with a supportive team that values clear communication and mutual assistance. The setting includes a clean, organized laboratory space with designated glassware cleaning stations. The role involves working around delicate and expensive lab equipment, requiring careful handling and adherence to cleaning protocols. The lab team includes supervisors and technicians, and the new hire will work independently but in close coordination with the broader lab team. The culture fosters a respectful and inclusive environment where quality is prioritized over speed. Physical demands include standing for extended periods, repetitive motion during cleaning tasks, and handling of glassware, requiring manual dexterity, focus, and stamina. Accommodations may be considered based on individual needs.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Permanent position based out of Portland, OR.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $40040.00 - $40040.00/yr. Medical/vision insurance (company covers 100% of EE premium and 90% of dependent and HSA- company covers 100% of premium and contributes to HSA every month), dental insurance, LTD, FSA, supplemental insurance, LegalShield/IDShield, 401(k), PTO

Workplace Type:

This is a fully onsite position in Portland, OR.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 31, 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 ...@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.