Liquid Receiving Technician

Job Description

This role is responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of liquid receiving, pasteurization, evaporation, CIP, and downstream fermentation support processes within a hygienic manufacturing environment. The position supports growing fermentation operations by managing multiple concurrent processes, maintaining strict quality and food safety standards, and ensuring accurate documentation and communication across operations, quality, and maintenance teams.

Essential Skills

Experience with pasteurization, evaporation, fermentation, and sanitation processes.Basic mathematical proficiency and foundational computer skills, including email, spreadsheets, and industrial control systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.6 months experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred.

Work Environment

This position operates on 12‑hour shifts with a rotating schedule, structured as two days on/two days off, three days on/two days off, and two days on/three days off, including weekend work.

1st shift - 4:45 AM - 5:15 PM

3rd shift 4:45 PM - 5:15 AM

Work is primarily performed indoors, with occasional exposure to outdoor conditions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Rochester, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $30.00/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 Rochester,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 18, 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.

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