Quality Control Lab Technician - Overnight GMP/ISO

Actalent; Coralville (IA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support quality control in Coralville, IA, performing analytical testing, handling samples, and maintaining thorough records. You will work with CE, HPLC, pH, and UV-Vis data, ensuring safety and SOP adherence to support manufacturing.

A four-year life science degree is preferred; GMP/ISO 9001 familiarity is a plus. This is a contract-to-hire, fully onsite role offering benefits and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Experience with analytical instrumentation or quality control in a laboratory or manufacturing setting (preferred).
• Proficiency with computers and a variety of software in a Windows-based environment.
• Ability to analyze and interpret analytical data, including CE, HPLC, pH, conductivity, titration, and UV-Vis results.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate and comprehensive records for samples, products, and instruments.
• Solid understanding of laboratory safety regulations, lab SOPs, and contamination control practices.
• Knowledge of quality control principles and practices within biology or chemistry-focused environments.
• Familiarity with GMP and ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Ability to follow established procedures and protocols while identifying and escalating issues when necessary.
• Overnight shift time management and capability to handle multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data and information for quality, consistency, and accuracy across a variety of samples and materials.
• Use a range of analytical and sample handling equipment to perform testing and functional assays.
• Handle sample and reagent preparations carefully and accurately for analytical and functional assays.
• Determine pass/fail status of oligonucleotides by reviewing analytical data such as CE and HPLC results.
• Determine pass/fail status of materials by reviewing data such as pH, conductivity, titration, and UV-Vis measurements.
• Maintain accurate and detailed sample, product, and instrument records.
• Use automated and manual laboratory equipment, including limited maintenance, decontamination, and troubleshooting.
• Adhere to safety regulations, SOPs, and contamination control requirements.
• Understand and perform emergency, safety, and cleaning procedures in the lab and manufacturing areas.
• Contribute to efficient manufacturing through timely and accurate testing and documentation.
• Demonstrate behavior consistent with core values and a strong quality mindset.
• Perform other duties to support laboratory operations and quality control.

Skills

Analytical instrumentation

Windows software

Data interpretation

Documentation & records

Laboratory safety

GMP ISO 9001

Procedures & SOPs

Maintenance & troubleshooting

Overnight shift

Education

Life science degree

Tools

CE

HPLC

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support quality control in Coralville, IA, performing analytical testing, handling samples, and maintaining thorough records. You will work with CE, HPLC, pH, and UV-Vis data, ensuring safety and SOP adherence to support manufacturing.

A four-year life science degree is preferred; GMP/ISO 9001 familiarity is a plus. This is a contract-to-hire, fully onsite role offering benefits and competitive pay.