Quality Lab Technician: 2nd Shift, Food QA

Actalent; O'Fallon (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Quality Technician for 2nd shift in O'Fallon, IL. This role combines laboratory testing with production support to ensure food safety and quality. You will work on analytical testing, data recording, and collaboration with production teams in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has a science background, willingness to learn, and comfort in both lab and manufacturing settings, with opportunities to grow in quality systems and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with strong documentation and data recording.
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• Follow established procedures and record results accurately.

Responsibilities

• Collect samples from production areas for laboratory testing.
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• Perform routine analytical testing on in-process and finished products (pH, wet chemistry, basic microbiology).
• Record data and maintain documentation in compliance with quality standards.
• Assist in troubleshooting quality concerns and investigations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Procedural compliance

Teamwork

Lab environment

Willingness to learn

Education

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

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Quality Technician for 2nd shift in O'Fallon, IL. This role combines laboratory testing with production support to ensure food safety and quality. You will work on analytical testing, data recording, and collaboration with production teams in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has a science background, willingness to learn, and comfort in both lab and manufacturing settings, with opportunities to grow in quality systems and regulatory compliance.