Quality Control Laboratory Technician

Quality Laboratory Technician

Schedule: MondayFriday, 6:00 AM3:00 PM

Pay: $18/hour

Level: Entry-Level

We are seeking a Quality Laboratory Technician to support quality and food safety testing within a manufacturing environment. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to gain hands-on laboratory and quality experience.

A science degree is NOT required. A degree or coursework in Biology, Chemistry, Food Science, or a related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory testing including pH, salt, titrations, enzyme assays, HPLC, and spectrophotometer testing

• Prepare samples, chemicals, and reagents for testing

• Test raw materials, in-process products, and finished products

• Record and report test results accurately

• Perform equipment calibrations and maintain laboratory records and inventory

• Conduct production line inspections and verify labels, lot numbers, temperatures, and documentation

• Monitor food safety and quality requirements, including GMPs, HACCP, and CCPs

• Communicate out-of-specification results or quality concerns to management

• Assist with corrective actions and quality documentation

• Work closely with production to ensure products meet quality and food safety standards

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• No science degree required; science degree/coursework is a plus

• Previous laboratory, quality, food manufacturing, or production experience is helpful but not required

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs

• Comfortable working in a laboratory and manufacturing environment

• Basic computer and documentation skills

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dallas, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dallas, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Dallas,TX.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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 process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.