QC Technician

Actalent; Eau Claire (WI); In loco; USD 34.000 - 39.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Actalent seeks a Quality Control Technician for Eau Claire, Wisconsin. You will test materials, water, and products, document results, and support GLP and safety practices in a hands-on lab setting.

Candidates should have a biology/chemistry life-science background, attention to detail, and willingness to learn new methods and instrumentation. This contract-to-hire role offers onsite work and competitive hourly pay.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in a life science or related field, or relevant quality/lab experience.
• Foundational lab knowledge with willingness to learn new methods and instrumentation.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to follow testing procedures and document results.
• Previous QC/QA, food manufacturing, or GMP experience is a plus.

Mansioni

• Test incoming materials, in-process samples, finished products, water, and environmental samples.
• Perform physical and analytical testing using lab equipment (pH meters, FTIR, XRF, conductivity meters, sieve shakers).
• Accurately document and communicate laboratory results.
• Prepare and coordinate samples for testing at external laboratories.
• Follow GLP, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Support equipment checks, calibrations, and lab organization.
• Collaborate with Quality and Operations teams to ensure product safety and quality.
• Gain exposure to additional testing methods as capabilities expand.

Conoscenze

Attention to detail

Documentation

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Formazione

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

Strumenti

pH meters

FTIR

XRF

Conductivity meters

Sieve shakers

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Description

Build hands-on experience in laboratory testing, quality control, and food manufacturing as a Quality Control Technician. This role is ideal for someone with a science background who is detail-oriented, enjoys hands-on lab work, and is interested in growing their technical skills within Quality.

What Youll Do

• Test incoming materials, in-process samples, finished products, water, and environmental samples.
• Perform physical and analytical testing using equipment such as pH meters, FTIR, XRF, conductivity meters, and sieve shakers.
• Accurately document and communicate laboratory results.
• Prepare and coordinate samples for testing at external laboratories.
• Follow Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Support equipment checks, calibrations, and general laboratory organization.
• Work alongside Quality and Operations teams to help ensure product safety and quality.
• Gain exposure to additional testing methods as laboratory capabilities expand.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Food Science, or a related Life Science, OR relevant quality/laboratory experience.
• Foundational laboratory or science knowledge with a willingness to learn new testing methods and instrumentation.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to accurately follow testing procedures and document results.
• Previous laboratory, QC/QA, food manufacturing, or GMP experience is a plus.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/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 Eau Claire, WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Eau Claire,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.