Quality Control Laboratory Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Quality Control Laboratory Technician

Job Description

The Quality Control Laboratory Technician is responsible for ensuring that all production batches and finished products meet quality control standards. This role involves conducting tests in accordance with internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and FDA/GMP requirements. The technician will perform routine quality control activities, record observations and measurements, and report results. Additionally, they will manage the cleaning, disinfecting, and maintenance of laboratory glassware and equipment and assist in the receipt and inspection of raw materials.

Responsibilities

• Test and adjust production batches as required by formula and SOP, communicating and recording adjustments as needed.
• Test finished products, stability, and validation samples using required methods.
• Perform instrumental analyses using HPLC, GC, or TOC as needed.
• Complete all paperwork, record keeping, and posting associated with approving and releasing batches.
• Evaluate data for trends and author standard operating procedures and microbiological test methods.
• Approve tankers for loading and unloading, recording information and testing results.
• Test products based on customer complaints or returns, and retest returned goods for release or rejection as authorized.
• Store samples as required and assist in maintaining retained samples as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and stock of the QC area and lab with necessary materials.
• Assist in environmental monitoring by obtaining samples and conducting testing for chemical or micro evaluation.
• Operate computer programs for preparing, distributing, and maintaining forms, charts, logs, graphs, and other written tools.
• Assist in ensuring the companys compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Communicate with other shifts regarding special microbiological testing and pertinent issues.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned, which may include special analytical projects and validations.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in chemistry and laboratory practices.
• Working knowledge of various testing apparatus, including HPLC and GC.
• Familiarity with basic lab equipment in a manufacturing setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry or a related science field.

Work Environment

The work environment is characterized by a small team feel, fostering close collaboration and offering extensive training opportunities. Employees benefit from an environment that emphasizes consistent values, meaningful work, effective communication, and job security within a thriving industry. The company offers profit-sharing opportunities, rewarding team success. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, from 2:30pm to 10:30pm.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cincinnati, OH.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $26.00/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)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cincinnati, OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Cincinnati,OH.

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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on ziprecruiter.com for other accommodation options.

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.