Lab Technician - Microbiology

Lab Technician - Quality Control Microbiology

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Quality Control Technologist to join our team in Lenexa, Kansas. This role is crucial in ensuring that all quality control aspects of finished product testing meet compliance standards, customer requirements, and regulatory guidelines. You will play a key role in maintaining documentation control duties as per quality assurance compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review and maintain product compliance specifications and documentation control.
• Perform and interpret microbiology testing, including growth promotion, biochemical, and AST.
• Gain proficiency on all performance benches and document testing results to determine product disposition.
• Maintain consistency in training in Master Control and establish SOP criteria for inspection/testing.
• Maintain department equipment and request consumables as needed.
• Exercise and monitor GMP compliance in the work environment.
• Collaborate closely with the Quality Assurance department as part of the quality team.
• Execute Stability Study testing in accordance with QA requirements.
• Coordinate with Customer Service Representatives to ensure timely product releases.
• Participate in the continuous improvement program within the department.
• Adhere to all safety requirements and procedures and assist in maintaining standards according to GMP and ISO regulations.
• Support all company policies and participate in achieving department goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Possess at least a 4-year degree in biological sciences with coursework in microbiology and a laboratory component or a 4-year degree with 5 years of microbiology lab experience.
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in QC/QA or microbiology laboratory work, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Familiarity with FDA regulations for medical devices.
• Ability to manage tasks in an organized fashion and communicate effectively with various departments.
• Intermediate computer skills, preferably with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience working in SAP is a plus.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and adapt to new procedures.
• Self-motivated, highly responsible, with excellent teamwork spirit.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

This is a Contract position based out of Lenexa, KS.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Lenexa,KS.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 16, 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 for other accommodation options.

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