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Quality Control Laboratory Technician

Actalent
Mahwah, NJ Contractor
POSTED ON 8/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/6/2026

Job Title: Quality Control Laboratory Technician

Job Description

As a Quality Control Laboratory Technician, you will perform analytical and physical testing on finished products, ensuring the highest standards of quality. You will have the opportunity to cross-train in various labs, utilizing techniques such as gas chromatography, liquid chromatography, UV-Vis spectrophotometry, titration, and auto-titration. Your role will include conducting air testing, peroxide value testing, and loss-on-drying testing. You will manage multiple lots, communicate progress, and prioritize tasks based on production needs.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct analytical and physical testing on finished products using various techniques.
  • Perform air testing, including peroxide value testing.
  • Execute physical testing procedures such as sample preparation, foreign material checks, and portioning.
  • Perform loss-on-drying testing and related calculations.
  • Manage multiple lots and communicate progress with the team lead.
  • Prioritize testing based on production needs.
  • Document results accurately in LIMS and maintain GMP-compliant lab notebooks.
  • Maintain LC tracking spreadsheets and support lab maintenance.
  • Ensure proper chemical handling, cleaning, and disposal.
  • Review completed work with analysts and support testing for samples from global sites.

Essential Skills

  • Bachelor of Science in Chemistry (May 2026 graduates considered).
  • Analytical experience, including academic experience.
  • Hands-on experience with standard lab equipment such as volumetric flasks, analytical balances, and glass pipettes.
  • Understanding of chemical properties and analytical testing principles.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience with GMP is a plus.
  • Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
  • Good documentation experience and team player.
Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Mahwah, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $25.00/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 Mahwah,NJ.

Application Deadline

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 : $24 - $25

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