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. 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 30, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at .

Created: 2026-04-02