QA Lab Technician - Now hiring in Ames, IA! Shift optionsMonday- Friday 1st shift (can start at 5, 6 or 7 or 8am and will work 8 hour days) Sunday-Thursday 2nd shift (2pm-10pm) QualificationsBachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biology, or other related fieldPrevious industry experience in a quality or food science-related position preferredJob Description

The Quality Assurance Technician will be responsible for reviewing finished products for quality defects, performing DON testing (mycotoxin testing), conducting appearance checks on products, and preparing samples for additional testing such as ash, protein, and moisture. This role also includes weekly scale calibration, environmental monitoring swabbing (EMP), running ELISA testing methodology, and documenting results and lab notes in Excel. The technician will work on additional small projects as assigned.

Review finished products for quality defectsPerform all DON testing (mycotoxin testing)Conduct appearance checks on productsPrepare samples (grinding) for additional testing such as ash, protein, and moistureCalibrate scales weeklyConduct environmental monitoring swabbing (EMP)Run ELISA testing methodologyDocument results and lab notes in ExcelWork on additional small projects as assignedAbout 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.

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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

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