Quality Control Laboratory Technician

Quality Control Technician

Job Description

The Quality Control Technician performs routine analytical testing on animal pharmaceutical products, ensuring that all results meet established quality standards and regulatory expectations. This role focuses on analytical and wet chemistry techniques, including HPLC and FTIR, and requires accurate documentation of all findings in a GMP laboratory environment. The position offers a stable opportunity to contribute to the quality and safety of pharmaceutical products while working a consistent day shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine quality control testing on animal pharmaceutical products using analytical techniques such as HPLC and FTIR.
• Conduct wet chemistry and basic laboratory tests according to established methods, procedures, and specifications.
• Accurately document test methods, observations, data, and results in laboratory records and quality systems.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines and standard operating procedures to maintain data integrity and product quality.
• Perform basic housekeeping duties in the laboratory to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Calibrate, operate, and care for laboratory instruments and equipment as required for daily testing.
• Communicate any out-of-specification or abnormal results promptly to appropriate team members.
• Support continuous improvement of laboratory processes by following best practices and providing feedback on testing procedures.

Essential Skills

• Experience with analytical chemistry techniques, including routine use of HPLC and FTIR.
• Hands-on experience with wet chemistry and basic laboratory testing methods.
• Quality control experience in a GMP laboratory or manufacturing facility (GMP experience preferred but not required).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately document test procedures, data, and results.
• Ability to follow written procedures, methods, and standard operating procedures consistently.
• Basic understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) principles and quality systems.
• Effective time management skills to handle routine testing and documentation within defined timelines.
• Ability to perform housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe laboratory environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science discipline, preferably Chemistry.
• Previous experience in a quality control laboratory supporting pharmaceutical or related products.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment operation, calibration, and basic troubleshooting.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating effectively with the broader team.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wichita, KS.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $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 Wichita,KS.

This position is anticipated to close on May 18, 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 : $18 - $20