Job Description
As a Quality Control Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and safety of our products by conducting thorough analysis of materials and maintaining high standards of hygiene and compliance.
ResponsibilitiesPerform analysis of incoming, in-process, and finished materials using standardized analytical procedures, including tests such as pH, Turbidity, Brix, Salt, Alcohol, Total Nitrogen, and Microbiological Sampling.Conduct standardized quality sampling and checks during production, reporting any variances and non-conformities to management.Support production and conduct quality inspections before, during, and between product runs.Monitor plant sanitation and personal hygiene as outlined by Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) for food processing facilities and current company GMP policies, reporting repeat offenders to management.Prepare samples for shipment and send them for outside testing, updating results and alerting management to any discrepancies or issues.Place product on hold and release product from hold according to company policy.Receive new ingredients, contact suppliers for documentation, and maintain ingredient information files.Organize and update all Laboratory QC documentation (SOPs, forms, charts, tables) and analysis data, including data entry and keeping data up to date.Maintain lab equipment, including calibration, performance verification, and troubleshooting equipment and systems as needed.Manage laboratory supply stock for general analysis, including solutions and general office supplies.Support the QC Manager in all customer service issues.Assist the QC team with any projects as designated.Pursue excellence and continuously develop technical and personal skills.Essential SkillsProficiency in pipetting and micro plating techniques.Experience in pH testing and reading a graduated cylinder.Basic laboratory skills, either through experience or a degree.Proficiency in Microsoft Office.Ability to communicate effectively and professionally.Knowledge of quality control and HACCP.Additional Skills & QualificationsBasic science skills.Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently.Work Environment
The position requires working in a smaller lab with occasional trips to production lines to gather samples. The work schedule includes floating hours, with a typical 8-hour schedule starting at 6 AM on Mondays and 7:30 AM from Tuesday through Friday. These hours are flexible, but starting at 6 AM on Monday is necessary. The role offers room for growth and movement within the company, and there is strong support for work-life balance, making it ideal for someone taking a gap year before graduate school.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00/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 Henrico,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 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.
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.
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