QA Lab Technician – 1st Shift, Food Quality

Actalent; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

PTO/Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Lab Technician (Quality Assurance) to join our Food Science & Quality Laboratory in Elgin, IL. This role centers on analytical testing to ensure food safety and quality, mostly in a dedicated QA lab with a strong emphasis on regulatory compliance.

The position offers a Monday-Friday first-shift schedule (7:30 AM-4:00 PM) with overtime as needed and potential for growth into QA leadership roles; contract-to-hire basis based in ELGIN, IL.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, food science, microbiology, or related field.
• Experience in laboratory, quality, food manufacturing, or quality control.
• Understanding of basic laboratory techniques and analytical testing.
• Experience with pH testing, titration, or similar procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory analysis on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished goods.
• Conduct testing including pH, moisture, salt, fat content, and other quality parameters.
• Accurately record laboratory results and maintain quality documentation.
• Collect samples from production areas and prepare them for analysis.
• Support product hold, release, and verification programs.
• Investigate and communicate quality concerns to production and leadership teams.
• Follow established SOPs, GMPs, GLPs, and food safety requirements.
• Assist with customer, regulatory, and certification audits by organizing and retrieving documentation.
• Help drive continuous improvement initiatives related to quality and food safety.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Documentation

Attention to detail

Independent work

Microsoft Office

Education

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

Tools

pH testing

Titration

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Lab Technician (Quality Assurance) to join our Food Science & Quality Laboratory in Elgin, IL. This role centers on analytical testing to ensure food safety and quality, mostly in a dedicated QA lab with a strong emphasis on regulatory compliance.

The position offers a Monday-Friday first-shift schedule (7:30 AM-4:00 PM) with overtime as needed and potential for growth into QA leadership roles; contract-to-hire basis based in ELGIN, IL.