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Actalent Quality Control Laboratory Technician in Totowa, New Jersey
Job Title: Quality Control Laboratory TechnicianJob Description
Analyze raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods for conformance to preestablished work instructions and specifications. Operate laboratory equipment such as weigh scales, colorimeters, pH meters, spectrophotometers, and automatic and manual tiltrotors. Perform manufacturing facility quality inspections and investigate and ascertain the cause of analysis variance. Critically examine test results and enter data in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). Collaborate with the Quality Control Supervisor (QCS) to perform calibrations and standardizations of laboratory equipment and methods. Maintain standard laboratory procedures to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of laboratory instruments, titrating solutions, reagents, and standards. Maintain the housekeeping of the Quality Control Laboratory (QCL) and participate in and successfully complete all required laboratory training classes.
Responsibilities
Analyze raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods for conformance to preestablished work instructions and specifications.
Operate laboratory equipment such as weigh scales, colorimeters, pH meters, spectrophotometers, and automatic and manual tiltrotors.
Perform manufacturing facility quality inspections.
Investigate and ascertain the cause of analysis variance.
Critically examine test results and enter data in the LIMS.
Collaborate with QCS to perform calibrations and standardizations of laboratory equipment and methods.
Comply with standard laboratory procedures to maintain the efficiency and effectiveness of laboratory instruments, titrating solutions, reagents, and standards.
Maintain the housekeeping of the QCL.
Participate in and successfully complete all required laboratory training classes.
Essential Skills
Team-oriented
Strong communication skills
Bachelor of Science degree
Laboratory experience
Professional demeanor
Bilingual
Ability to handle a stressful and fast-paced environment
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) knowledge
Quality control skills
Additional Skills & Qualifications
No industry experience required, but preferred within the Food Industry
Ability to perform analytical testing in the lab
Ability to enter the manufacturing floor to receive samples and dress into proper PPE
Work Environment
Team-oriented environment. 2nd shift from 1:30 PM to 10:00 PM with 1-2 Saturdays per month in the morning for about 6 hours. Informal environment promoting self-improvement. Friendly and fun culture with opportunities for vertical advancement and a chance to break into the food industry.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.50 - $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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Totowa,NJ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 9, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.