Quality Technician

Actalent; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental and vision

401(k)

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Quality Technician to perform on-floor quality checks, verify GMP/GLP adherence, and maintain precise documentation. Role involves mainly production-floor work with minimal lab tasks, preparing samples for third-party testing partners.

You will interpret specs and SOPs, ensure processes are followed across lines, and contribute to a safety- and quality-driven culture on the manufacturing floor. Training and growth opportunities are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 months quality control/assurance experience in manufacturing.
• Associate degree in a scientific discipline acceptable with no prior experience.
• Ability to interpret specifications and SOPs.
• Willingness to learn GMP/GLP.
• Strong attention to detail and basic math.
• Clear verbal and written communication.
• Interest in manufacturing quality with growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine quality checks on products and production lines.
• Ensure all quality processes and procedures are followed on multiple production lines.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and organized quality documentation and records.
• Interpret and follow specifications and SOPs.
• Prepare product samples for shipment to third-party testing partners.
• Comply with GMP and GLP at all times.
• Communicate quality information clearly in verbal and written form.
• Walk the production floor to pull samples for testing and evaluation.
• Apply attention to detail and basic math to verify measurements and test results.
• Support a safety-conscious, quality-focused culture on the floor.

Skills

Quality control

GMP/GLP

Documentation

SOPs interpretation

Basic math

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in sciences

Job description

Job Title: Quality TechnicianJob Description

The Quality Technician works primarily on the production floor performing quality checks, verifying that quality processes are followed, and maintaining accurate documentation. This role focuses on interpreting and applying specifications and standard operating procedures, complying with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and clearly communicating quality-related information. Lab work is minimal and mainly involves preparing samples to be sent to a third-party testing partner.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine quality checks on products and production processes across the manufacturing floor.
• Ensure all quality processes and procedures are followed consistently on multiple production lines.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and organized quality documentation and records.
• Interpret and follow reference documentation, including specifications and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Prepare product samples for shipment to third-party testing partners in accordance with established protocols.
• Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) at all times.
• Communicate quality-related information clearly and professionally in both verbal and written form.
• Walk the production floor to pull samples from various lines as needed for testing and evaluation.
• Apply attention to detail and basic math skills to verify measurements, counts, and test results.
• Support a positive, safety-conscious, and quality-focused culture within the manufacturing environment.

Essential Skills

• Quality control or quality assurance experience of at least 8 months in a manufacturing or similar environment (preferred if no degree).
• Or an associate degree in a scientific discipline with no prior work experience.
• Demonstrated experience in quality inspection and quality checks.
• Ability to accurately interpret and follow specifications and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Understanding of or willingness to learn Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to perform basic math calculations.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to convey quality-related information.
• Interest in working in a manufacturing and quality-focused setting with opportunities for growth.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate degree in the sciences is strongly valued for candidates without prior experience.
• Experience in laboratory or sample preparation work is beneficial, even if limited.
• Motivation to build a long-term career in the sciences and manufacturing quality.
• Willingness to learn and follow structured processes and documentation requirements.
• Ability to work independently on the production floor while collaborating with production and quality teams.
• Comfort with walking between multiple production lines and handling product samples.

Work Environment

This position is based in a clean, large-scale manufacturing facility that produces a wide range of personal care products such as shampoos, conditioners, and sunscreens for major brands. The role is 100% on the production floor, with minimal time in the lab, and requires regular walking between several production lines to pull samples. The scheduled shift runs Monday through Friday from 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM. The environment is positive and culture-driven, with a strong focus on training, employee development, and quality standards. Dress code aligns with a clean manufacturing and GMP-compliant setting, which may include appropriate protective equipment and attire suitable for working on the production floor.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Allentown, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.50 - $21.50/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 Allentown,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 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.