• Food Lab Technician

    Actalent (Elmwood Park, NJ)


    Job Title: Lab Technician

     

    Shift: 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM

    About the Role:

    We’re looking for a detail-oriented Lab Technician to join our Quality Assurance team. In this role, you’ll perform routine and advanced testing to ensure our food products meet the highest standards for safety, quality, and taste. You’ll work hands-on in a fast-paced environment, supporting production and continuous improvement efforts.

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Perform quality checks and lab tests on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products (e.g., pH, moisture, temperature, microbiological safety).

    + Conduct visual inspections and verify compliance with GMP, SOPs, and HACCP standards.

    + Accurately document test results and escalate any deviations or nonconformities.

    + Maintain and calibrate lab equipment to ensure reliable results.

    + Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and support process improvements.

    + Assist in updating quality procedures and documentation.

    + Prepare daily shift summaries and ensure proper recordkeeping.

    What You’ll Bring:

    + Associate’s degree or equivalent experience required.

    + Experience in food or manufacturing environments preferred.

    + Strong attention to detail and solid computer skills (Microsoft Office, ERP systems).

    + Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and rotating shifts.

    + Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

    Work Environment:

    You’ll work in a clean, organized lab setting with standard testing equipment. Safety and hygiene are top priorities, and appropriate lab attire is required.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $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 Elmwood Park,NJ.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jul 28, 2025.

    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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.