Quality Control Technician

Quality Control Technician

Job Description

As a Quality Control Technician, you will be responsible for performing laboratory testing and related quality control activities using various instruments such as Analytical Balance, pH meter, automatic pipettes, FTIR, UV-Vis, Voltammeter, HPLC, GC, IC, ICP, Flame AA, TOC, and Conductivity meter. Your role is essential in ensuring compliance with applicable SOPs and cGMPs and maintaining the quality and safety of manufactured and marketed products.

PAY - $22 - $23/hour

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory testing and quality control activities using a range of scientific instruments.
• Notify management or supervision of any aberrant occurrences that might impact product quality.
• Maintain a safe and quality working environment by adhering to safety and quality guidelines and SOPs.
• Ensure department premises and equipment are well-maintained.
• Complete necessary training to perform assigned tasks confidently and consistently.
• Comply with site safety and radiation protection guidelines.
• Collaborate with team members to perform quality tasks timely.
• Attend mandatory training sessions as required by site regulatory standards and management.
• Assist in investigations by providing testing results and communicating practices.
• Contribute to the training and development of fellow employees.

Essential Skills

• Knowledge in chemistry, laboratory procedures, biology, and biochemistry.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to achieve goals and priorities.
• Flexibility in adapting to changing priorities and schedules.
• Enthusiastic to learn and contribute and consistent attendance.
• Ability to lift 70 pounds, walk, bend, stoop, push, pull, reach, and climb stairs with or without accommodation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 2 years of college-level science or an Associate's Degree in Science required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Science preferred.
• Experience with laboratory instruments such as Analytical Balance, pH meter, automatic pipettes, FTIR, UV-Vis, Voltammeter, HPLC, GC, IC, ICP, Flame AA, TOC, and Conductivity meter.

Work Environment

The work schedule is Sunday to Wednesday from 2 AM to 12:30 PM. Employees will work in a facility producing radioactive materials and must participate in safety programs to minimize exposure risks. The role requires wearing various personal protective equipment. You will have the opportunity to learn and use a wide range of standard and unique instrumentation in a pharma QC Lab. The position offers a shift differential upon conversion, holiday pay, and a 4-day workweek schedule providing a longer break.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $23.00/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 Maryland Heights,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 7, 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.