Dairy Quality Lab Technician (3rd Shift)

Actalent; O'Fallon (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO / Vacation

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Quality Technician for the 3rd shift in O'Fallon, IL. This hands-on role offers entry-level exposure to dairy product testing, safety programs, and QA processes in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

You will perform in-process and finished product testing, operate lab equipment, and document results while supporting daily laboratory activities. This position provides growth within the food quality field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Food Science or related field.
• Willingness to perform dairy product taste tests as part of quality evaluations.
• Ability to work 3rd shift (Mon-Fri, 8:00 PM–4:00 AM).
• Experience or exposure to dairy manufacturing QA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collect and test in-process and finished product samples for quality and safety.
• Perform analytical testing including pH, wet chemistry, and basic microbiology.
• Operate lab equipment with proper pipetting techniques.
• Document test results per SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Support daily lab activities and audit readiness within production facility.

Skills

Attention to detail

Procedures following

Teamwork

Communication

3rd shift availability

Taste testing willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Food Science

Tools

pH meters

Microbiological testing equipment

Wet chemistry equipment

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Quality Technician for the 3rd shift in O'Fallon, IL. This hands-on role offers entry-level exposure to dairy product testing, safety programs, and QA processes in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

You will perform in-process and finished product testing, operate lab equipment, and document results while supporting daily laboratory activities. This position provides growth within the food quality field.