QC Lab Technician 21/HR

Actalent • O Fallon, IL • 4h ago

QC Lab Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a QC Lab Technician to join our team in a dairy company that produces a variety of products including white milk, chocolate milk, ice cream, eggnog, and sour cream. The quality technician will support production by conducting tests on all incoming materials, processes, outgoing products, and perform environmental testing. The position is scheduled for Monday through Friday, from noon to 8 pm.

Responsibilities

Perform bacterial plating and microbiology tests.

Conduct pH testing and use an infrared reader for butter fat and total solids analysis.

Carry out titratable acidity measurements.

Calibrate machines and perform weight checks.

Support various shifts for the first month and a half, after which transition to the second shift.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in wet chemistry and biology.

Familiarity with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) and aseptic techniques.

Experience with plating and working in a lab environment.

Ability to learn quickly, multitask, and possess strong interpersonal skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's or Associate's degree with labs in Biology or related field is preferred.

High school diploma with industry experience in a lab will be considered.

Aseptic technique experience is desired.

Experience in the restaurant industry is a plus.

Willingness to taste products; cannot be lactose intolerant.

Work Environment

The work environment is within a large and stable company where employees have the opportunity to engage with plant employees using their interpersonal skills. The team is collaborative, providing flexibility and support to ensure all tasks are covered. This role offers a learning experience in microbiology, basic chemistry, and machine calibration.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of O'Fallon, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - 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 O'Fallon,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 5, 2026.

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.

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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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