Lab Technician

Lab Technician - Quality Control

Job Description

The Quality Lab Technician performs and interprets analyses of all plant raw materials and finished products, maintaining laboratory records and generating weekly reports for management. This position requires working a shift schedule and involves physical movement of packaged products. Under general supervision and following prescribed guidelines, the QC Technician ensures quality and compliance across the production process.

Responsibilities

* Analyze all incoming raw materials to ensure conformance to specifications.

* Approve or reject raw materials based on analytical data.

* Analyze all finished products to ensure conformance to specifications.

* Approve or reject products based on analytical data.

* Maintain all applicable laboratory records regarding batch approval or rejection, and communicate this data to management personnel.

* Inspect shipments of all products to ensure compliance with specifications.

* Perform instrumental analysis using atomic absorption (AA), gas-liquid chromatography (GLC), and analytical laboratory techniques.

* Communicate effectively with other department personnel and management.

* Ensure information on shop orders, labels, and cartons is correct.

* Ensure the cleanliness of equipment before production of certain products.

* Perform audits and inspections of plants, products, or paperwork such as work instructions.

* Conduct environmental samples as needed.

Essential Skills

* Quality assurance and quality control expertise.

* Strong background in chemistry.

* Experience in a related industry laboratory environment.

* Proficiency in atomic absorption, gas-liquid chromatography, HPLC, or near-infrared spectrophotometry.

* Understanding of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).

* Chemistry degree or equivalent experience.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grandview, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/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 Grandview,MO.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 16, 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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