Second-Shift QC Technician — Food Quality & Lab Testing

Actalent; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability benefits

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO / Vacation / Sick Leave

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a QC Technician to support laboratory and line testing for food products in Commerce, CA. You will ensure product safety, accuracy of test results, and thorough documentation while following GMP, HACCP, and SOPs.

The role involves calibrating equipment, collecting samples, performing microbiological tests as needed, and supporting production across shifts. A degree in Food Science or related field (or equivalent experience) is required.

Qualifications

• AA, BA, or BS degree in Food Science or related field, OR 1 year food QC lab testing experience.
• Experience in lab testing of food products including pH, viscosity, and moisture.
• Familiarity with HACCP, GMPs, SOPs, and food safety regulations.
• Ability to operate lab instruments such as GCMS, pH meters, and viscosity meters.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory and line testing to ensure product quality and safety.
• Calibrate lab and production equipment for accurate results.
• Collect samples and conduct qualitative and quantitative tests per SOPs.
• Document results accurately in the computer system.
• Hold non-conforming product per disposition guidelines and notify relevant teams.
• Support production on multiple shifts, including weekends as needed.

Skills

Quality control

pH meters

Laboratory testing

Food science

GMPs & HACCP

ATP testing

GCMS

Documentation

Multi-shift

Lab equipment

Education

AA/BA/BS in Food Science or related

Tools

GCMS

pH meters

Viscosity meters

UV-Vis equipment

Job description

Actalent is seeking a QC Technician to support laboratory and line testing for food products in Commerce, CA. You will ensure product safety, accuracy of test results, and thorough documentation while following GMP, HACCP, and SOPs.

The role involves calibrating equipment, collecting samples, performing microbiological tests as needed, and supporting production across shifts. A degree in Food Science or related field (or equivalent experience) is required.