Quality Lab Technician (Entry Level)

Actalent; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is hiring a Quality Technician for an on-site contract role in O Fallon, IL. You will collect samples, perform routine tests (pH, wet chemistry, basic microbiology), and record data to support product quality and safety.

You will collaborate with production teams, assist investigations, and help maintain a clean, audit-ready laboratory in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Interest in science, food safety, and quality.
• Willing to work in a fast-paced manufacturing lab.
• Experience in lab testing or coursework in quality assurance is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Collect samples from production areas and prepare them for testing.
• Perform routine analytical testing (pH, wet chemistry, basic microbiology).
• Record and maintain testing data per quality and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in troubleshooting product quality concerns and support investigations.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Microbiology basics

Quality assurance

Attention to detail

Tools

Pipettes

pH meter

Job description

Quality Technician

Food Manufacturing | Laboratory & Quality Assurance

Launch or Grow Your Career in Food Quality

Are you passionate about science, food safety, and quality? We're looking for a Quality Technician to join a growing quality team within a food manufacturing environment. This position offers the opportunity to gain hands‑on laboratory experience, work directly with production teams, and play an important role in ensuring products consistently meet food safety and quality standards. Whether you have previous laboratory experience or are a recent science graduate looking to begin a career in quality assurance, this role provides exposure to analytical testing, microbiology, food safety programs, and continuous improvement initiatives in a fast‑paced manufacturing setting.

What You'll Do

Laboratory & Analysis

Collect product samples from production areas and prepare them for laboratory testing. Perform routine analytical testing on in-process and finished products, including: pH analysis, Wet chemistry testing, Basic microbiological testing. Utilize laboratory equipment and proper pipetting techniques to generate accurate and reliable results. Record and maintain testing data in accordance with quality and regulatory requirements. Assist in troubleshooting product quality concerns and support quality investigations when needed.

Product Quality & Food Safety

Verify that products meet established quality, food safety, and specification standards. Participate in sensory evaluations and product assessments. Support compliance with food safety programs, quality procedures, and regulatory requirements. Maintain a strong focus on product integrity and consumer safety.

Team Collaboration

Partner with production personnel to collect samples and communicate quality findings. Support laboratory operations by assisting fellow technicians and contributing to daily workflow. Participate in continuous improvement efforts designed to enhance quality systems and processes. Build strong working relationships within a collaborative and team-oriented environment.

Laboratory Operations

Maintain a clean, organized, and audit‑ready laboratory. Follow established safety, sanitation, and testing procedures. Ensure documentation is accurate, complete, and well organized. Demonstrate strong attention to detail and adherence to standard operating procedures.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of O Fallon, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in O Fallon,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 5, 2026.

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.