Qa/qc Technician

Join our team as a QA/QC Technician and work Monday through Friday on the first shift. You will support our laboratory with incoming samples and data derived from melting point and viscosity measurements. This role involves entering laboratory data into our management system accurately and efficiently, while ensuring all standard operating and safety procedures are adhered to.

Responsibilities

• Support the laboratory with processing incoming samples.
• Input laboratory data into the management system promptly.
• Work collaboratively with the laboratory team to perform quality control on incoming samples.
• Document data information accurately and in a timely manner.
• Adhere to safety and standard operating procedures.
• Conduct basic QC testing including sampling, data review, and quality assurance.
• Handle material inventory and control.

• Experience with basic QC testing and data review.
• Ability to perform tasks related to quality control and chemistry.
• Familiarity with UV/Vis, gas chromatography, refractive index, specific gravity, total alcohol, total aldehyde, and acid values.

• AA degree in a science field or a BS degree preferred in a scientific related field.
• 0-2 years of experience with attention to detail.
• Previous experience in a GMP food & beverage environment preferred.

The position is based in a laboratory setting where you will work alongside other chemists and flavorists. Occasionally, you will be required to go out to the production floor as needed. Enjoy being part of a family-owned company that offers raises after permanent placement, company softball games, holiday parties with exciting giveaways, and special Chic-Fil-A days.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Abingdon, MD.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/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 Abingdon,MD.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 28, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $22 - $24