Quality Technician

ACTalent; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

PTO / Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Quality Technician in Columbus, OH, to support QC testing of cGMP-produced viral vectors and cells. You will work with the QC manager and senior staff to implement GMP strategies, run assays up to five nights a week, and maintain lab equipment under SOP guidelines.

The role emphasizes documentation, SOP development, and cross‑functional collaboration. It is a contract-to-hire, onsite position with competitive benefits and a focus on regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• The candidate has experience in biology, virology, GMP, cGMP and GLP in QC and clean room environments.
• Strong communication skills and accountability are required.
• Ability to manage documentation, perform quality checks, and write reports.

Responsibilities

• Perform QC methods and develop methods under senior staff guidance.
• Analyze microbiological environmental monitoring samples.
• Write and revise SOPs.
• Maintain and monitor lab equipment.
• Manage materials for QC and production supplies.
• Participate in periodic cleaning of the clean room and assist in manufacturing viral vector products.
• Operate within the Quality Management System for GMP processes.
• Ensure proper labeling and documentation of product samples.
• Evaluate and improve sample management processes.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements for cellular and gene therapy products.
• Complete, review, file, and archive documentation according to SOPs.
• Work under close supervision and established policies.

Skills

Biology

Virology

GMP

cGMP

GLP

QC

Clean room

Job description

Job Title: Quality Technician

Job Description

The Quality Technician will primarily work in the Quality Control Laboratory, supporting the testing and analysis of cGMP-produced viral vectors and cells. This role involves close collaboration with the QC manager and senior QC staff to develop and implement strategic directions within the GMP area. The technician will perform assays, ensuring they are run efficiently five nights a week, and will maintain proper operation, calibration, validation, cleaning, and maintenance of QC lab equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform QC methods and develop methods under the guidance of senior staff.
• Analyze microbiological environmental monitoring samples.
• Write and revise Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Maintain and monitor lab equipment.
• Manage materials for QC and production supplies.
• Participate in periodic cleaning of the clean room facility and assist in manufacturing viral vector products.
• Operate within the Quality Management System for manufacturing phase-appropriate material.
• Ensure product samples are properly labeled and documented.
• Evaluate and improve sample management processes.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements for cellular and gene therapy products.
• Complete, review, file, and archive documentation according to SOPs.
• Work under close supervision and within established policies and procedures.
• Collaborate in a diverse team environment and communicate effectively to ensure high productivity.
• Document all activities performed according to established guidelines.

Essential Skills

• Experience in biology, virology, GMP, cGMP, GLP, QC, and clean room environments.
• Strong communication skills and accountability.
• Ability to handle documentation, conduct quality checks, write reports, and manage samples.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Preferred experience with aseptic techniques, mammalian cell culture, PCR, and ELISA procedures.
• Understanding of regulatory and documentation constraints in a GMP environment.
• Experience in GMP manufacturing is highly preferred.

Work Environment

Join a rapidly growing company that is expanding with two new sites in Columbus, Ohio. The work environment features state-of-the‑art clean rooms and equipment. You will work in cross‑functional teams during the 1st shift from 9 AM to 5 PM, with flexibility to start between 7:30 AM and 9 AM, Monday through Friday.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long‑term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.

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 withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification oradjustment 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 thecity and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicantswith arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as acondition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this lawshall 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 applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.