Chemical Technician

JOB POSTING: CHEMICAL TECHNICIAN

Oil & Petroleum company in Torrance is looking for a chemical technician to join their team! THIS IS A CONTRACT ROLE! Opportunity to gain experience in a fast-paced work environment.

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Chemical Technician to manage the retention and disposal of materials, both for our organization and our clients, while maintaining accurate records. The role involves receiving, sorting, and ensuring proper storage of samples, handling hazardous materials, and documenting sample information.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, and store samples to ensure they are handled correctly.
• Handle hazardous materials such as crude oil, refined petroleum products, refined fuels including gasoline, diesel, fuel oil, residual oil, LPG, petrochemicals, industrial gases, and natural gas.
• Move 20-50 boxes weekly to designated storage units, laboratories, or trucks.
• Dispose of samples in accordance with company policies.
• Scan, label, and document sample information accurately.

Essential Skills

• Experience with sample labeling and data entry.
• Proficiency in laboratory procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Knowledge of chemistry and material sorting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• At least 6 months of experience in a lab or production environment.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift boxes weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Proven ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Work Environment

The position operates in a fast-paced environment, processing up to 100 samples daily. Work hours are Monday through Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM. Lab safety attire, including a lab coat, safety glasses, and gloves, will be provided. Dress code requires a shirt that covers the stomach, lower back, and upper arms, long pants, and shoes that completely cover the feet.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Torrance, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $22.00/hr.

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 Torrance,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.