Job Title: Quality Control Technician
Job Description

The Quality Control (QC) Technician is a key component to ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) standards. The QC Technician will be responsible for routine and non-routine viscosity testing, environmental testing, pre-operation checklists, equipment verification and validation, corrective actions, holding non-conforming materials, and control of raw materials. Additionally, the QC Technician will maintain the lab, follow good lab practices, and ensure a clean and safe working environment.

ResponsibilitiesConduct routine and non-routine viscosity testingPerform environmental testing and pre-operation checklistsVerify and validate equipmentImplement corrective actions and hold non-conforming materialsControl raw materialsMaintain lab cleanliness and safetyFollow good lab practicesCommunicate effectively between departmentsFrequently stand and walk through the manufacturing environmentEssential Skills2 years of experience as a quality assurance technician in a GMP-regulated environmentAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentBasic math, written, and verbal communication skillsAbility to work independentlyEffective communication between departmentsAdditional Skills & QualificationsExperience with pH meter, titration, viscosity testingKnowledge of FDA regulationsExperience in laboratory and food manufacturing environmentsQuality assurance, quality control, laboratory experienceWork Environment

The position involves 60% lab-based work and 40% work on the manufacturing floor. The work schedule is 1st shift from 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Thursday, with occasional 4-hour shifts on Friday and Saturday. The team is small and tight-knit, with 2-3 members on shift at a time. The role offers room for upward movement within the company, proximity to the R&D team, and the opportunity to work with new clients and products.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in St. Louis,MO.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Dec 19, 2024.

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 for other accommodation options.