Quality Technician

Actus Nutrition; Jerome (ID); On-site; USD 27,549 - 39,236; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) company match

Job summary

Actus Nutrition is seeking a Quality Technician (Nights) to join the Jerome West team. This role involves laboratory testing, equipment maintenance, and compliance with quality and safety protocols. The position offers competitive pay starting at $24.24 per hour plus a night shift differential, along with comprehensive benefits including medical and 401(k) matching.

The ideal candidate will have experience in laboratory management, strong analytical skills, and the ability to effectively communicate results. Actus Nutrition is committed to advancing its workforce and promoting from within.

Qualifications

• Previous laboratory management experience, preferably in food-grade manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory testing procedures.
• Exceptional analytical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct, interpret, and report laboratory testing results accurately.
• Prepare samples for third-party testing and maintain lab equipment.
• Follow plant/laboratory GMPs, HACCP procedures, and safety documentation.

Skills

Laboratory management experience

Knowledge of laboratory testing procedures

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Job description

AtActus Nutrition, our focus is to create high-quality ingredients designed to optimize health and nutrition. We are passionate and dedicated people. Each day, we collectively explore new, innovative ways to enhance product performance and value through our broad human and animal nutrition portfolios. Both divisions are backed by the speed, execution, and passion it takes to exceed the expectation of our customers.

We are currently seeking a Quality Technician (Nights) to join the Jerome West team.

Pay: From $24.24 USD per hour and up based on experience (+ $1.50 night shift differential),

Shift: 0500pm - 0500am

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct, interpret, and report laboratory, environmental, and product testing results accurately, including OOS notifications as needed.
• Prepare samples for third‑party testing, maintain lab equipment, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate with lab supply vendors.
• Follow and support plant/laboratory GMPs, HACCP procedures, MSDS requirements, and other quality and safety documentation.
• Assist with inventory control, clerical data entry, filing, and computer‑based recordkeeping.
• Respond to technical product questions and communicate results or concerns to plant and corporate management.
• Interpret written and verbal instructions, solve practical problems, and perform effectively in high‑pressure situations.

Qualifications:

• Previous laboratory management experience, preferably in a food‑grade manufacturing facility
• Strong knowledge of laboratory testing procedures and computer software applications
• Exceptional analytical and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Actus Nutrition prides itself on providing advancement opportunities for our current workforce, promoting from within. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as a healthy 401(k) company match program.

Travel Required

No .

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