Quality Control Laboratory Technician

4 weeks ago


Chicago, United States Actalent Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Job Description

The quality control lab technician will work in the lab performing quality checks and testing on raw materials, in process and finished goods. They will split their time 60% on the plant floor and 40% in the laboratory. This position will be a mix of lab and quality assurance work where they will be closely integrated in operations within the plant. Candidates must be comfortable with working in a manufacturing setting and on their feet. Daily job responsibilities include the following:

  • Pull samples multiple times a day to bring them back to the lab and perform testing.
  • Pull quality assurance and regulatory documentation from the manufacturing floor.
  • Interact with and ensure plant personnel are following procedures such as following GMPs, wearing PPE, and that operators are running correct tests.
  • Communicate with production personnel to communicate issues/potential issues.
  • Perform formulation checks such as salt, acid, and pH testing.
  • Perform routine testing including titrations, mass-volume, sensory testing, and microbial testing.
  • Responsible for calibration of laboratory instruments.
  • Use SAP system and Microsoft applications to enter data findings.

Qualifications

  • Bachelors of Science degree in Biology, Chemistry, Food Science, or related.
  • Food manufacturing experience
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment
  • Strong communication skills

About Actalent

Actalent connects passion with purpose. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts that drive scale, innovation, and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 engineering and sciences consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. An operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions, Actalent launched as a new specialized engineering and sciences services and workforce solutions brand in 2021.

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
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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