Quality TechnicianJob DescriptionAs a Technician, you will perform daily evaluations and approvals of finished products, process quality checks, and basic laboratory testing. You will be responsible for equipment calibration, troubleshooting, and calculating dilutions. Your role includes conducting ingredient inspections, packaging inspections, inventory control, and maintaining sample archives. You will also conduct various laboratory tests including solvent extraction, sieving, pH, protein, fiber, fat, ash, microbiological plating, and testing of all raw ingredients and finished packaged products. Recording test results and communicating with operating departments and management will be a key aspect of your role. Additionally, you will perform in-process quality checks, collect test samples as needed, troubleshoot equipment, perform mechanical maintenance, and ensure the laboratory work areas are clean and safe.Responsibilities
Perform daily evaluation and approval of finished products
Conduct process quality checks and basic microbiological testing
Calibrate and troubleshoot laboratory equipment
Calculate dilutions for various tests
Conduct ingredient and packaging inspections
Maintain inventory control and sample archives
Perform laboratory tests including solvent extraction, sieving, pH, protein, fiber, fat, ash, and microbiological plating
Record and communicate test results with operating departments and management
Collect test samples and perform in-process quality checks
Troubleshoot equipment and perform mechanical maintenance
Ensure general clean-up and safety of laboratory work areas
Essential Skills
Background in food manufacturing
Scientific mindset
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Saint Joseph,MO.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 10, 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.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are 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
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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.