QA Lab Technician — 3rd Shift, GMP/FDA, Elma NY

ACTalent; Town of Elma (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

PTO & holiday leave

Life Insurance

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Lab Technician (GNS) to perform QA/QC testing in a manufacturing plant laboratory in Elma, NY. You will handle liquid samples from production silos, document results, and support continuous production by keeping samples within specification.

The role offers opportunities to develop analytical chemistry skills and lab instrumentation expertise, with potential for internal movement after one year and a contract-to-hire path.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical science such as chemistry, biology, microbiology, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory instrumentation and analytical testing methods.
• Familiarity with GMP and FDA-related standards.

Responsibilities

• Navigate the plant environment safely to obtain liquid samples from silos in accordance with FDA and plant standards.
• Collect, label, and handle samples to ensure integrity and traceability.
• Perform laboratory tests using lab equipment to measure pH, acidity, viscosity, and other properties.
• Verify results stay within ranges and flag out-of-spec findings.
• Document results with dates, signatures, and required details.
• Maintain a clean, organized lab to prevent contamination and support safety.
• Monitor and replenish lab supplies to ensure testing capability.
• Calibrate equipment daily and perform routine maintenance checks.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to keep products in specification.

Skills

Lab instrumentation

QA principles

Documentation

Safety compliant

pH testing

Viscosity testing

GMP familiarity

FDA knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry/biology/microbiology or related field

Tools

pH meters

Viscometers

Analytical instruments

Titration equipment

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Lab Technician (GNS) to perform QA/QC testing in a manufacturing plant laboratory in Elma, NY. You will handle liquid samples from production silos, document results, and support continuous production by keeping samples within specification.

The role offers opportunities to develop analytical chemistry skills and lab instrumentation expertise, with potential for internal movement after one year and a contract-to-hire path.