Microbiological Lab Technician

Actalent; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a QC Microbiologist / Microbiology Lab Technician in Milwaukee, WI. This contract-to-hire role requires performing microbial testing on bacterial samples and supporting QC activities in a fully onsite lab.

Responsibilities include media prep, environmental monitoring, data entry in Excel, and maintaining quality programs in line with GMP, FAMIqs, FSMA, and internal procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience in microbiology lab testing and QC.
• Familiar with GMP, FSMA and related quality systems.
• Ability to prepare media and handle environmental monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Prepare microbiological media for routine and specialized testing.
• Perform microbial testing on bacterial samples including pathogen testing.
• Maintain Retainer Testing and Microbial Control Programs.
• Input results into Excel and lab documentation systems.
• Swab for allergens and environmental contaminants.
• Complete tasks in accordance with GMP, FAMIqs, and FSMA.

Job description

Job Title: QC Microbiologist / Microbiology Lab Technician

Responsibilities

• Prepare microbiological media as needed for routine and specialized testing.
• Clean and maintain used glassware to support daily laboratory operations.
• Perform general cleaning of the laboratory area to ensure a safe, orderly, and compliant workspace.
• Conduct microbial testing on bacterial samples, including pathogen testing and enumeration of products.
• Perform quality control testing on fermentation products that serve as animal probiotics for animal feed.
• Maintain the Retainer Testing Program, ensuring tests are performed on schedule and results are documented accurately.
• Input test results and related data into Excel spreadsheets and other lab documentation systems as applicable.
• Swab and test for allergens on relevant surfaces and materials, following established protocols.
• Swab and test for environmental contaminants to support environmental monitoring and control.
• Maintain the Microbial Control Program, including routine monitoring, documentation, and corrective actions as needed.
• Sample raw materials as necessary to support incoming material quality control.
• Complete all laboratory tasks in accordance with GMP, FAMIqs, and FSMA requirements and internal quality procedures.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milwaukee, WI.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milwaukee, WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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 [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.