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QC Laboratory Technician

Actalent
Saint Louis, MO Contractor
POSTED ON 6/16/2026 CLOSED ON 7/16/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the QC Laboratory Technician position at Actalent?

Description

The QC Laboratory Support Technician provides essential laboratory support to ensure efficient, compliant, and well‑organized Quality Control operations within an animal health pharmaceutical environment. This role is responsible for laboratory housekeeping, sample handling, data logging, and general support activities that enable analysts to perform testing accurately and efficiently. Maintain laboratory cleanliness and organization, including routine housekeeping and cleaning of laboratory workspaces, benches, and equipment. Wash, dry, and properly store laboratory glassware to ensure availability and readiness for analyst use. Support sample login activities for feed and related programs, including receipt of samples from the warehouse, grinding and preparation for analysis, and accurate entry into Excel-based tracking systems. Ensure all benches, equipment, and glassware are clean, organized, and prepared prior to analytical testing. Accurately document data and results in appropriate laboratory logbooks and electronic trackers in compliance with internal procedures and regulatory expectations. Communicate sample status, issues, or relevant information to internal stakeholders and QC team members as required. Monitor and record temperatures of laboratory refrigerators and freezers in designated logbooks, ensuring compliance with storage requirements. Dispose of laboratory waste in accordance with safety policies, environmental regulations, and standard operating procedures, using proper personal protective equipment (PPE). Organize, label, and store retain samples according to established procedures. Perform additional laboratory support duties as assigned by the QC Supervisor.


Skills

Laboratory, Gmp, Quality control, Sample preparation, Sample receiving


Top Skills Details

Laboratory,Gmp


Additional Skills & Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or coursework in science or a related field preferred. Previous laboratory, manufacturing, or quality environment experience preferred, particularly within pharmaceutical, animal health, food, or feed industries. Familiarity with basic laboratory practices, documentation, and good housekeeping standards. Basic computer skills, including experience using Excel or similar tracking systems. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally


Experience Level

Entry Level


Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Louis, MO.

Pay and Benefits

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)

Workplace Type

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

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 23, 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.

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