Quality Control Lab Tech

Manpower, Inc.; Michigan; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Quality and Laboratory Testing is seeking a Quality Control Lab Tech to join the team. This role supports the Quality Control and Manufacturing teams, focusing on accurate testing and data documentation in a cgmp environment.

The candidate will perform wet chemistry and sensory testing, operate lab instruments, and contribute to continuous improvement while ensuring safe, compliant operations during a 06:00AM - 02:30PM shift. This position offers hands-on experience and collaborative teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience with wet chemistry or sensory testing.
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to cGMP.
• Ability to follow SOPs and safety rules.
• Willingness to propose process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
• Perform sensory and taste testing on nutrition materials.
• Use lab instruments such as titrators, viscometers, NIR/IR, pH meters.
• Evaluate odor and appearance and communicate findings to support in-process adjustments.
• Maintain the laboratory work area and assist with cleaning and inventory management.

Skills

Wet chemistry

Sensory testing

Lean cell testing

cGMP

Documentation

Quality control

Tools

Titrators

Viscometers

NIR/IR

pH meters

Job description

Our client, Quality and Laboratory Testing is seeking a Quality Control Lab Tech to join their team. As a Quality Control Lab Tech, you will be part of the Quality Control Lab supporting the Quality Control and Manufacturing teams. The ideal candidate will have attention to detail, a strong commitment to safety and cGMP, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Quality Control Lab Tech

Pay Range: DOE

Shift: Other (06:00AM - 02:30PM)

What's the Job?

• Conduct quality testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products in the lean cells.
• Perform Sensory and Taste testing on nutrition raw materials and finished goods.
• Use lab instruments and tools such as titrators, viscometers, NIR/IR, pH meters, and other high-volume testing equipment.
• Evaluate odor and appearance of samples throughout production and communicate findings to support in-process adjustments.
• Maintain the laboratory work area, assist with general laboratory cleaning, and support inventory management.

What's Needed?

• Experience performing wet chemistry, physical sensory tests, and/or lean cell testing.
• Strong attention to detail to follow standard operating procedures, safety requirements, test procedures, and current good manufacturing practices (cGMP).
• Ability to prioritize work effectively and complete tasks efficiently while meeting high quality standards.
• Willingness to offer recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes related to quality testing, with a sense of ownership for results.

What's in it for me?

• Work in a high-functioning team environment with opportunities to contribute to product quality.
• Hands-on laboratory testing experience supporting batch approval and investigation support.
• Daily instrument verification and calibration responsibilities to strengthen technical skills.
• Clear expectations around documentation, logging, and material dispositioning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional peers in quality and manufacturing to help ensure product quality.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)