Job Title: Quality Control Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Quality Control Technician to join our team. This role involves performing thorough analyses of materials and ensuring the highest quality standards in our production processes. This is a one-year contract position, ideal for individuals looking to gain valuable experience in quality control and laboratory practices.

Responsibilities

Perform analysis of incoming, in-process, and finished materials using standardized procedures, including pH, Turbidity, Brix, Salt, Alcohol, Total Nitrogen, and microbiological sampling and testing.Conduct standardized quality sampling and checks during production, reporting any variances and non-conformities to management.Support production and conduct quality inspections before, during, and between product runs.Monitor plant sanitation and personal hygiene according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and report repeat offenders to management.Prepare samples for shipment, send them for outside testing, update results, and alert management to any discrepancies.Place product on hold or release product from hold following company policy.Receive new ingredients, contact suppliers for documentation, and maintain ingredient information files.Organize and update all laboratory QC documentation, including SOPs, forms, charts, tables, and data entry.Maintain lab equipment, perform calibration/performance verification, and troubleshoot equipment and systems as needed.Manage laboratory supply stock for general analysis, including solutions and office supplies.Support the QC Manager in customer service issues and assist the QC team with designated projects.Pursue excellence and continuously develop technical and personal skills.

Essential Skills

Basic laboratory skills through experience or a degree.Proficiency in pipetting, micro plating techniques, pH testing, and reading a graduated cylinder.Effective and professional communication skills.Experience with Microsoft Office.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Basic science skills.Knowledge of quality control and HACCP principles.

Work Environment

The work environment includes a smaller lab setting with a need to occasionally gather samples from production lines. The position follows a typical 8-hour schedule starting at 5 AM, Monday through Friday. Our team emphasizes work-life balance and offers opportunities for growth and movement within the company. This is a supportive environment where management truly cares about the well-being of its employees.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Henrico, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00/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 Henrico,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 13, 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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