Precision Quality Control Lab Technician

Actalent; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Quality Control Laboratory Technician for a contract role in San Jose, CA. The role performs chemical, physical, and instrumental testing on materials and products, validates methods, and maintains rigorous documentation in WinLIMS and other systems.

The ideal candidate has a science degree and hands-on QC experience, including pH, FTIR, SPG, RI, and data entry, with a strong emphasis on safety, accuracy, and timely communication with Quality, Production, and R&D teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field.
• Experience in quality control, analytical testing, or laboratory work, including exposure to materials testing or metals, academic or industry-based.
• Hands-on experience performing chemical and physical testing, such as volumetric and gravimetric analyses, pH measurement, FTIR, specific gravity (SPG), and refractive index (RI).
• Ability to follow written analytical procedures, standard operating procedures, and test methods accurately.
• Basic proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, with the ability to log and track process data.
• Ability to collect, enter, and review data in laboratory information management systems such as WinLIMS or similar tools.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on process control, documentation accuracy, and maintaining high quality standards.
• Effective communication skills to convey sample status and test results to Quality, Production, and R&D teams.
• Ability to work productively in a team environment, follow instructions, and collaborate with colleagues.
• Good time management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple assignments.
• Commitment to safe handling of hazardous materials and adherence to safety and chemical hygiene protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical, physical, and instrumental testing on raw materials, in-process, finished, and customer product samples, including volumetric and gravimetric analyses, pH measurements, FTIR, specific gravity (SPG), refractive index (RI), and other instrumental techniques.
• Conduct functional tests such as IACS and thermal conductivity measurements as needed to support product and process evaluations.
• Follow written analytical procedures and standard operating procedures to ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance with quality requirements.
• Validate established analytical methods and assist in troubleshooting testing procedures to improve reliability and ensure product quality.
• Collect, enter, review, and validate test data in WinLIMS or similar laboratory information management systems, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Perform calculations, interpret test results, and submit findings for review and approval in accordance with established workflows.
• Communicate sample status, test progress, and final results clearly and promptly to Quality, Production, and R&D teams.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date laboratory documentation, including SOPs, test methods, protocols, deviations, batch records, and Certificates of Analysis (COAs).
• Handle hazardous materials safely, including proper labeling, storage, and disposal, in compliance with site safety and chemical hygiene protocols.
• Adhere to all laboratory safety procedures and participate in maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Troubleshoot basic process and testing issues, identify potential root causes, and elevate concerns appropriately when additional support is needed.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by suggesting enhancements to methods, processes, and documentation to improve efficiency and quality.
• Collaborate effectively with team members, share knowledge, and contribute to a positive, cooperative laboratory environment.
• Manage time effectively to prioritize multiple samples and tasks while meeting testing deadlines and production schedules.

Skills

Quality control

Analytical testing

Laboratory work

Volumetric analysis

Gravimetric analysis

pH measurement

FTIR

Specific gravity

Refractive index

WinLIMS

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field

Tools

WinLIMS

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Quality Control Laboratory Technician for a contract role in San Jose, CA. The role performs chemical, physical, and instrumental testing on materials and products, validates methods, and maintains rigorous documentation in WinLIMS and other systems.

The ideal candidate has a science degree and hands-on QC experience, including pH, FTIR, SPG, RI, and data entry, with a strong emphasis on safety, accuracy, and timely communication with Quality, Production, and R&D teams.