Quality Control Technician

Actalent; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Quality Control Technician in Lenexa, KS for a contract-to-hire role. The successful candidate will support compliance, testing, and documentation within a fast-paced lab, adhering to GMP/GLPISO/SOP standards and collaborating with the Quality Assurance team.

Responsibilities include maintaining specifications and records, training tasks in Master Control, and ensuring equipment readiness.

Qualifications

• Experience in microbiology is a plus.
• Experience under GMP, GLP, SOP, and ISO regulatory frameworks.
• Documentation control experience and familiarity with Master Control.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in recording test results.
• Effective communication with QA and other departments.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Review and maintain product compliance specifications to meet quality and regulatory standards.
• Control and update documentation related to quality testing, specifications, and compliance records.
• Gain proficiency in all testing areas within the laboratory and perform tests accurately.
• Document testing results clearly, including observations and aesthetic quality of finished products.
• Maintain consistency for training tasks in Master Control and support standardized training procedures.
• Apply and maintain SOP criteria for inspection and testing activities.
• Maintain department equipment in good working order, including routine checks, cleaning, and calibration.
• Order and track consumable stock supplies for the department for testing and operations.
• Exercise GMP and GLP compliance in all aspects of work, including handling of materials and recordkeeping.

Skills

GMP/GLP awareness

Documentation accuracy

Effective communication

High-volume lab

Quality collaboration

Tools

Master Control

Job description

Quality Control Technician

Job Description

The Quality Control Technician plays a key role in ensuring that products meet established quality, safety, and regulatory standards. This position focuses on reviewing and maintaining product compliance specifications, performing and documenting laboratory tests, and supporting continuous improvement efforts within a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The technician collaborates closely with the Quality Assurance team, adheres to GMP, GLP, SOP, and ISO requirements, and helps maintain a well-organized and compliant laboratory operation.

Responsibilities

• Review and maintain product compliance specifications to ensure products meet required quality and regulatory standards.
• Control and update documentation related to quality testing, product specifications, and compliance records.
• Gain proficiency in all testing areas within the laboratory and perform tests accurately and consistently.
• Document testing results clearly and completely, including observations and determination of aesthetic quality of finished products.
• Maintain consistency for training tasks in Master Control and support standardized training procedures.
• Apply and maintain SOP criteria for inspection and testing activities to ensure consistent quality practices.
• Maintain department equipment in good working order, including routine checks, cleaning, and calibration as required.
• Order and track consumable stock supplies for the department to ensure adequate inventory for testing and operations.
• Exercise GMP and GLP compliance in all aspects of work, including handling of materials, testing procedures, and recordkeeping.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Laboratory experience specifically in microbiology is a plus.
• Experience working under GMP, GLP, SOP, and ISO regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in documentation control and training systems such as Master Control.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in recording test results and observations.
• Effective communication skills to work closely with Quality Assurance and other departments.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced laboratory environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lenexa, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lenexa,KS.

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.