Dairy Quality Lab Technician — 3rd Shift

Actalent; O'Fallon (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick)

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Quality Technician for the 3rd shift in O Fallon, IL. The role focuses on laboratory testing, product evaluations, and environmental sampling to support food safety and quality programs in a dairy manufacturing setting.

Ideal candidates may be recent graduates or entry-level, with a Bachelor's in a related field and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment. This is a fully onsite contract position with benefits and growth potential within Quality, Food Safety, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• Laboratory experience through coursework, internships, research, manufacturing, or quality environments is a plus but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and participating in dairy product evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Collect and test in-process and finished product samples.
• Perform routine laboratory testing, including pH, wet chemistry, and basic microbiological testing.
• Conduct environmental and air sampling to support food safety programs.
• Document test results and maintain accurate records.
• Participate in product taste testing as part of quality evaluations.
• Maintain a clean, organized laboratory and follow GMP and food safety procedures.
• Work closely with Quality and Production teams to support product quality.

Skills

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Dairy Science, Animal Science, or a related field

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Quality Technician for the 3rd shift in O Fallon, IL. The role focuses on laboratory testing, product evaluations, and environmental sampling to support food safety and quality programs in a dairy manufacturing setting.

Ideal candidates may be recent graduates or entry-level, with a Bachelor's in a related field and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment. This is a fully onsite contract position with benefits and growth potential within Quality, Food Safety, and