Seasonal R&D Assistant

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.

ResponsibilitiesOperate and control units manually on control systemsRun and shutdown production facilities and manage product changeover activitiesDecontaminate equipmentConduct routine analytics and take samplesDocument and communicate work resultsSupport troubleshooting of process deviations in cooperation with shift supervisorHandle fast-paced and high throughput sample processingEssential SkillsExperience in Biology, Agriculture, R&D, and AutomationProficiency in Microsoft Software and internal software programsAbility to operate and control automated equipmentStrong analytical skills and attention to detailAbility to document and communicate work results effectivelyAbout 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.

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