Quality Laboratory Technician

The Quality Laboratory Technician plays an essential role in ensuring the quality and safety of sweeteners, corn syrups, and sugar products. Working primarily with these products, the technician contributes to the Quality Assurance/Quality Control functions by performing extractions and wetmills, which involve working with liquid products. The role involves both chemistry and microbiology work in a laboratory setting.

• Prepare and analyze final product and in-process samples using analytical instruments and wet chemistry techniques.
• Facilitate the plant process flow by providing timely and accurate analysis results.
• Post analysis results into data systems and communicate findings to plant personnel.
• Identify abnormal findings and collaborate with process teams for resolution.
• Conduct final QA/QC of outbound shipments and document results.
• Follow established analysis methodologies.
• Perform basic laboratory equipment maintenance.
• Support other departments with analytical and project-based efforts as needed.
• Ensure adherence to all company policies and procedures.
• Understand and demonstrate core values while actively participating.
• Support a 24/7 process and work a rotating shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Advance through the skill block system, achieving 4 'operate' skill blocks along with the 'basic' skill block.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• A 4-year degree in Chemistry, Biology, or other relevant scientific discipline.
• Ability to prepare and analyze in-process and finished goods using various laboratory methodologies and equipment.
• Experience and understanding with HPLC, GC, AA, NIR, pH, etc.
• Willingness to support a 24/7 process and work a rotating shift.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starting and detail-oriented.
• Good troubleshooting skills.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications.

• Knowledge and experience with SAP is a plus.

The role involves working 12-hour shifts, typically 3 days on and 3 days off, rotating between night and day shifts. The schedule may transition into a 2-2-3 pattern. Candidates need to be comfortable standing for extended periods and may wear jeans and a t-shirt to work.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lafayette, IN.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $23.00/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 Lafayette,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 8, 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 - $23