Lab Technician

Job Title: Lab Technician Job Description The Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician plays a vital role in ensuring that food safety and quality standards are consistently met. This position involves performing necessary testing on both raw materials and finished goods to ensure compliance with quality standards as set by certifications, customer requirements, and state and federal regulations. Responsibilities * Perform routine chemical analysis on raw materials and finished products, including testing for pH, moisture, salt, and fat content. * Ensure compliance with quality requirements in relation to certifications and regulatory standards. * Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs). * Conduct data entry and maintain records as required by lab SOPs. * Assist with product sampling, inspection, and testing to support the hold and release program. * Provide feedback to managers and production teams regarding quality-related discrepancies or violations. * Retrieve documentation during audits and assist during facility visits. Essential Skills * Bachelor's degree in Science (Biology, Chemistry, Food Science, or related field) OR previous experience in food manufacturing. * Basic laboratory skills, including pH testing, moisture, salt, and fat analysis. * Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Knowledge of quality control practices in food science and manufacturing. Additional Skills & Qualifications * Experience with titration and other laboratory techniques. * Strong communication skills for providing feedback to teams. Work Environment The position is based in a food manufacturing plant, primarily within a quality laboratory environment. The role requires occasional visits to the production floor to collect samples. Standard working hours are Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with the possibility of overtime based on production needs. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hoffman Estates, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 Hoffman Estates,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 15, 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 .

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