Job Title: Quality Control Laboratory Technician

Job Description

The quality control lab technician will work in the satellite lab (above manufacturing floor) to perform quality checks and testing on raw materials, in-process, and finished goods. They will be splitting 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 into operations within the plant. Candidates must be comfortable with working in a manufacturing setting and on their feet.

Responsibilities

• Pull samples multiple times a day to bring them back to the lab and perform testing.
• Pull quality assurance and regulatory documentation from the floor.
• Interact with and ensure plant personnel are following procedures (GMP, wearing PPE, ensuring operators are running tests, etc.).
• Communicate with production personnel to communicate issues/potential issues.
• Conduct formulation checks (salt, acid, pH).
• Perform titrations, mass-volume measurements, and sensory testing (taste) twice per shift.
• Calibrate lab instruments.
• Conduct basic micro testing and make solutions.
• Use SAP system and Microsoft applications to enter data.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in the sciences (bio, food science, etc.).
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in food manufacturing (quality or otherwise) highly preferred.
• Work experience in a fast-paced environment (restaurant/retail/food industry internship/etc.).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with micro plating and analytical chemistry testing.
• Strong communication skills.
• Solution-first approach in conflict resolution.
• Ability to make quick decisions independently.
• Proactive work attitude.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00

• 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 Chicago,IL.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 17, 2025.

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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