Lab Technician

Job Description

The Lab Technician performs sensory, physical, and chemical tests on finished products to ensure they meet established specifications. The role involves evaluating the Bill of Materials for completeness and proper documentation, recording test data in the LIMS system, and reporting nonconformances with immediate corrective actions. The technician is also responsible for inspecting manufacturing and storage equipment, participating in proficiency programs, and following proper GMPs and GLPs.

Responsibilities

+ Conduct sensory, physical, and chemical tests on finished products.

+ Evaluate and ensure completeness of the Bill of Materials.

+ Record and maintain test data using the LIMS system.

+ Report nonconformances and initiate corrective actions.

+ Inspect manufacturing equipment and ensure sanitation standards.

+ Participate in internal proficiency and external check sample programs.

+ Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.

+ Assist with Raw Material testing and Certificate of Analysis (COA) reviews.

+ Inspect finished product packaging for correct labeling and configuration.

+ Approve and apply final wrap with automated equipment.

+ Perform wet chemistry product testing and equipment inspections.

+ Conduct audits and procedural checks on the manufacturing floor.

+ Rotate stations weekly, spending 70% of time in the laboratory and 30% on the manufacturing floor.

Essential Skills

+ Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or related field.

+ 6-12 months of experience in quality assurance or control.

+ Experience in a laboratory setting, possibly from educational background.

+ Proficiency in wet chemistry techniques.

+ Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

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Experience with manufacturing, viscosity, pH, and sample testing.

+ Ability to work with various laboratory equipment such as UV-Vis, HPLC, and Fat CEM Rapid Analyzer.

+ Capability to perform antioxidant and micro testing.

+ No food allergies, as taste testing is required.

+ Opportunity for growth and transition to R&D after one year.

Work Environment

The position is on the 2nd shift, Monday to Friday from 2-10 pm, with initial training on the 1st shift for approximately two months. The role involves exposure to chemicals and solvents, with tasks typically requiring low physical activity but occasional lifting of materials up to 50 lbs. The work environment includes tasting food allergens and animal-based products. The job requires frequent talking, hearing, tasting, and smelling, with specific vision abilities such as close vision and color vision.

The noise level is generally low, but there may be exposure to fumes or airborne particles.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of ALSIP, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/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 ALSIP,IL.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 23, 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 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.

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