Quality Assurance Lab Technician

4 days ago


Ames, United States Actalent Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: QA Lab Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a meticulous and dedicated QA Lab Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for reviewing finished products for quality defects, performing DON testing (mycotoxin testing), conducting appearance checks on products, and preparing samples for additional testing. This role involves weekly scale calibration, environmental monitoring swabbing (EMP), running ELISA testing methodology, documenting results and lab notes in Excel, and participating in additional small projects as assigned.

Essential Skills
  • Experience in quality assurance and quality control.
  • Knowledge of food science and food manufacturing.
  • Background in microbiology, food chemistry, and chemistry.
  • Proficiency in pipetting and aseptic techniques.
  • Strong inspection and food safety skills.
  • Ability to maintain lab documentation accurately.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Degree in Food Science, Culinary Food Science, Microbiology, Biology, or a related field.
  • Previous industry experience in a quality or food science-related position preferred.
  • Passion for food science and safety.
  • Comfortable working both in the lab and on the production floor.
  • Safety-focused mindset and strong time management skills.
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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