Quality Control Laboratory Technician

Join our dynamic team as a Quality Control Laboratory Technician where you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and safety of our products. You will perform quality checks and collaborate closely with the production team to maintain high standards.

• Conduct product pulls of raw, in-process, and finished samples for testing as needed.
• Keep records and administer proper labels of products while conducting various shelf life evaluations.
• Verify product labeling and code dates.
• Perform all chemical and microbiological testing on all raw, process control, and finished product samples.
• Conduct sensory analysis on finished products, including tasting and smelling.
• Perform plant audits and complete checklists.
• Conduct benchtop testing in the lab.
• Operate lab equipment such as titrators, perform calibrations as required by SOP, and troubleshoot as necessary.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness within the laboratory.
• Communicate crucial process control testing and product evaluation results to management as specified by SOPs.
• Maintain the company LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) by performing daily data entry of sample identification and results.
• Verify supply inventories, restock, and prepare supplies as needed.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by their supervisor.
• Collaborate effectively within a team.

• Proficiency in quality control, chemistry, and laboratory practices.
• Familiarity with GMP, QC, microbiology, wet chemistry, visual inspection, and titration.
• Strong understanding of SOPs and quality assurance procedures.

• Bachelor's degree in a science-related field (e.g., Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry).
• Ability to prioritize duties and efficiently manage time in a high-demand environment.
• Strong team collaboration skills.
• Adaptability to handle changes and additional tasks as they arise.

The role requires working both in a laboratory setting and on the production floor. Due to the nature of dairy products, the environment is kept cool to ensure product quality. You will perform quality checks such as swabbing and temperature checks on the plant floor and conduct various tests within the lab. The company offers room for growth, excellent benefits, and opportunities in R&D, quality, leadership, and microbiology.

This is a Permanent position based out of WOOSTER, OH.

The pay range for this position is $39520.00 - $45760.00/yr.

Entry level positions from $20/hr 10% premium pay for off-hours work 15% premium pay for weekend work A no-deductible, $0 premium option for employee-only health coverage 401(k) with 50% company match on first 8% of earnings you contribute Safe harbor and profit-sharing company contributions to 401(k) Company paid short- and long-term disability coverage Company paid 2X annual salary life and AD&D insurance 4 weeks annual paid time off 20 floating holiday hours and 6 company paid holidays Extra time off for volunteering Tuition reimbursement Fitness membership reimbursement

This is a fully onsite position in WOOSTER,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 27, 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 : $39,520 - $45,760