Job Title: Laboratory Technician Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Laboratory Technician to join our fast-paced, small lab environment within a dairy manufacturing plant. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and safety of our milk-based products, such as yogurt and Halo Top Ice Cream, by performing a variety of tests and checks. + Perform all Quality Assurance tasks required including laboratory testing and plant/facility Quality monitoring. + Laboratory testing includes, but not limited to, microbiological, shelf-life, antibiotic testing, fat, and solids testing, and allergen validation testing. Plant/facility Quality monitoring includes, but not limited to ATP swabbing, pH checks on finished product and in-line process samples, Air Quality Monitoring, + Water Quality Monitoring, and Environmental Pathogen Monitoring, + All tasks require proper documentation and record keeping consistent with the documentation control procedure outlined in the SQF system. + This position is not limited to above description as other responsibilities may include tasks, projects, or plans given by Management. Hard Skills + Balance Works + ATP Swaps + Microbiology Testing + Chemistry Testing + Sensory Testing + Microplating + Swabbing Soft Skills + Attention to Detail + Teamwork + Communication + Problem-Solving Job Type This is a contract position with a duration of 6 Month(s). Work Site This is a fully on-site position in Commerce, California. Work Environment Fast paced, small lab environment in a dairy manufacturing plant. The lab is not a clean room environment and is somewhat outdated. You will need to walk on the production floor at times to ensure compliance with GMPs and to test samples. The team is small, works 2nd shift, and maintains a friendly atmosphere. The regular schedule for this position is the 3rd shift, from 10:00pm to 6:30am, with a training period of 1.5 to 2 months on the 1st shift (6:00am to 2:30pm). Pay ranges from $21 to $22 per hour. The company provides PPE, and you are required to wear closed-toe shoes and no jewelry. 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.