R&D Assistant

1 day ago


Johnston, United States Actalent Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: Seasonal R&D Assistant
Job Description

As a Seasonal R&D Assistant, you will be responsible for setting up and making adjustments to regulate factors such as temperatures, pressure, flow, and reactions of materials. You will support the automation manufacturing process by monitoring operations, managing inventory, performing safety inspections, and submitting hazard recognitions and safety suggestions. You will work closely with engineering and operations teams to drive continuous improvement and assist in various projects and other duties as needed.

Responsibilities
  • Operate and control units manually on control systems
  • Run and shutdown production facilities and manage product changeover activities
  • Decontaminate equipment
  • Conduct routine analytics and take samples
  • Document and communicate work results
  • Support troubleshooting of process deviations in cooperation with shift supervisor
  • Handle fast-paced and high throughput sample processing
Essential Skills
  • Experience in Biology, Agriculture, R&D, and Automation
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Software and internal software programs
  • Ability to operate and control automated equipment
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to document and communicate work results effectively
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Associates degree in agriculture, supply chain production is preferred
  • Agriculture research experience preferred
  • No degree required
Work Environment

You will be working in a highly automated facility with three shifts available: 1st shift from Monday to Friday 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, 2nd shift from 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM, and 3rd shift from 11:30 PM to 8:00 AM. This is a seasonal role ramping up from January to the end of May/early June. You will receive one paid holiday and PTO.

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.


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