Lead Quality Control Lab Technician

Job Description

This position oversees lab analysis and microbiological analysis to ensure a quality product is consistently produced at all times. The role operates on a day shift from 5:45am-6:00pm on a rotating schedule (typically 2 days on, 2 days off, then a 3-day rotating weekend).

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological analysis of products, water, and environment.
• Conduct taste tests to assure quality.
• Accurately collect samples for testing, including energy drinks, sweetener samples, raw water, treated water, sanitation rinse water, and post sanitation swabbing without compromising the validity of test samples.
• Identify and complete Gluten Free and Allergen testing.
• Ensure batching sheets are filled out properly and within specifications before signing off.
• Perform product testing pertaining to energy drinks, including but not limited to: CO2, air, volumes, seam check, pH, brix, flavor, and any others as required.
• Conduct Titratable Acidity analysis of products.
• Perform HPLC analysis of products for caffeine and preservative levels.
• Ensure accuracy of all measuring devices, including their calibration.
• Accurately record and document results from product analysis.
• Send COAs and micro reports to customers.
• Maintain Yield Tracking Analysis.
• Update titration folders and micro folders for new products and formulas.
• Monitor and control reference room samples and product retains.
• Ensure product analysis and micro plating is performed accurately and as required.
• Oversee the training of new Lab Technicians.
• Perform HPLC preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and training.
• Create yearly testing folders.
• Adhere to and comply with Good Manufacturing Practices as outlined in Employee Handbook.
• Adhere to and comply with quality production and Food Safety standards.
• Create and update Lab SOPs.
• Ensure all weekly and daily lab duties are completed accurately and as required.
• Create Production Sheets when needed.
• Work with other team members to complete required QC workload and ensure quality throughout the production process.
• Maintain high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Utilize good reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiently multitask and utilize time efficiently while keeping composure.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in Wet Chemistry and Aseptic Technique.
• Experience in Quality Control, line checks, and line inspection.
• Ability to conduct QC Checks and Manufacturing Line Audits.
• Knowledge of Laboratory, Biology, and Chemistry.
• Experience in documentation and maintaining accurate records.
• Data and documentation skills verified by references.
• Previous lead or oversight experience.
• Knowledge of analytical testing equipment and microbial testing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• AA or BA/BS in a Scientific Discipline.
• 2 years of experience in Food Quality.

Work Environment

Our Client is a contract mixing and bottling manufacturer with a full brewery where they contract brew. The company has two manufacturing sites, each with analytical and micro labs to verify product quality. This position involves a mix of 50% floor work and 50% lab work.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.50/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 Cold Spring,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 25, 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.

Salary : $25 - $26