QC Lab Technician

Job Title: QC Lab TechnicianJob Description

This position is responsible for performing quality inspection in accordance with the requirements for ISO, FDA QSR, and company policies. The role involves testing raw materials, in-process, and finished goods using various analytical instrumentation such as HPLC and GC. The technician will also perform failure investigations under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, clean, and sterilize glassware and other containers.

• Monitor and maintain laboratory equipment, including calibration.

• Prepare media and reagents for laboratory use.

• Conduct routine product and raw material testing of samples.

• Recognize and communicate unexpected results promptly.

• Complete Out of Specification forms, Non-conformance Reports, and Incoming Rejection Forms for nonconforming or rejected items.

• Revise standard operating procedures under supervisor's direction using Quality software.

• Participate in investigations related to complaints, failures, calibrations, and equipment.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in chemistry and laboratory procedures.

• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

• Ability to use analytical instrumentation such as HPLC and GC.

• Competence in product release testing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Entry-level science graduate with preference for chemistry or biochemistry degrees, or an AA degree with 4 years of industry experience.

• Experience in documentation (GMP) and chemical testing.

Work Environment

Work is performed in warehouse, office, and controlled environment areas. The individual must be able to work indoors in high temperatures and humidity, especially during summer months. Exposure to moving machinery, lift trucks, and hazardous substances may occur in the warehouse area. Physical requirements include walking, standing, reaching, pulling, pushing, and lifting up to 50 pounds. The role involves occasional bending, stooping, and crouching, as well as frequent repetitive movements of both hands. Good hearing, vision, and color distinction are also necessary.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Minneapolis,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 2026.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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.

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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.