Jobs › Mansfield, MA › Laboratory Operations Associate Actalent Laboratory Operations Associate Mansfield, MA Apply Description As a Laboratory & Operations Associate, you will be responsible for performing a wide variety of lab operation procedures and analysis of biological specimens. This involves isolating and manufacturing fresh and cryopreserved cell-based products from healthy blood and bone marrow specimens, while keeping quality control specifications and internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) at top of mind. This role is also responsible for providing Quality Control expertise in support of manufacturing operations and providing accurate and efficient logistical support for the movement, storage, control and protection of raw materials, supplies, work in process products, and finished goods.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform cell processing and analysis on human blood, using a variety of laboratory instruments and techniques in accordance to the established SOPs, Federal and State regulations, and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
• Accurately complete batch records by carefully receiving, recording, and processing all materials, specimens, and reagents for order requests using the Laboratory Information Management System
• Conduct routine monitoring, inventory, and quality control of laboratory equipment, temperature controlled units and working conditions, including equipment maintenance and calibration
• Work with cross functional teams in production planning, and making process improvements
• Conduct routine QC release assays such as cell count, viability & purity
• Conduct Batch Record reviews and Material Disposition for Fresh shipments
• Works with cross-functional teams (Manufacturing Operations, Donor Center and Quality Assurance) to receive, inspect, release, store, monitor, issue materials internally, and ship Finished Goods to customers.
• Ensures final disposition of materials and finished goods take place as per established processes and procedures.
• Schedules and performs cycle count activities, and ensures counts are carried out accurately and on schedule.
• Record and transact all orders and maintain inventory on ERP system Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in biological science with an emphasis in immunology and/or hematology with a minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience in testing in a laboratory or other clinical environment
• Experience using immunomagnetic cell isolation procedures (preferably with fresh and frozen human blood samples), and immunological assays, including flow cytometry and functional cell assays
• Ability to use a wide variety of laboratory or medical equipment (use and maintenance, laboratory testing procedures and laboratory precautions)
• An understanding of GLP regulations as well as excellent documentation skills in order to complete paperwork dealing in all aspects of Quality Control
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) are essential, with the ability to establish good working relationships with a variety of professional, technical and non-technical staff
• Experience with an ERP system is advantageous 50% will be in the lab doing cell isolation and the other 50% will be on the documentation.

Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mansfield, MA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $37.00/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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Mansfield,MA.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. 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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