• Quality Control Technician

    Actalent (Chesterfield, MO)


     

    Quality Control Technician – Food Manufacturing

     

    Chesterfield, Missouri | Contract-to-Hire | Full-Time

    Play a Key Role in Ensuring Food Safety & Quality Excellence

    We’re seeking a detail-driven Quality Control Technician to join our team and help uphold the highest standards in food safety, regulatory compliance, and product quality. If you’re passionate about precision, thrive in fast-paced environments, and want to make a real impact in the food industry—this is the role for you!

    What You’ll Do

    + Conduct pre-operational inspections and environmental swabbing (air, water, equipment surfaces) to ensure sanitary conditions.

    + Perform routine line checks for packaging, labeling, coding, sealing, and metal detection/X-ray systems.

    + Collect and test samples for microbial and chemical analysis to verify product safety and consistency.

    + Calibrate and maintain lab equipment including thermometers and moisture analyzers.

    + Review production data and operator check sheets for accuracy and compliance.

    + Monitor GMP compliance on the production floor and assist with staff training initiatives.

    + Investigate and document non-conformances, customer complaints, and CAPAs (Corrective and Preventive Actions).

    + Maintain detailed QA records and support internal/external audits.

    + Assist in shelf-life studies, product bake-offs, and texture analysis.

    + Contribute to continuous improvement and SOP development.

    What You Bring

    + High School Diploma or equivalent (Associate’s or Bachelor’s in a science field is a plus).

    + Minimum 1 year of experience in food manufacturing or QA/QC.

    + Familiarity with HACCP, GMP, GFSI, and food safety regulations.

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

    + Certifications such as HACCP, SQF, or PCQI are a strong advantage.

    + Chemistry or GMP preferred.

    Work Environment

    + Exposure to typical food production conditions: cold, wet, noisy, and allergen-rich environments.

    + Physical activity required: standing, walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs), bending, climbing, and more.

    + Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

    + Standard hours: Monday–Friday, 6 AM to 2:30 PM in lab, manufacturing, and office settings.

     

    Why Join Us?

     

    + Be part of a team that values quality, safety, and innovation.

    + Gain hands-on experience in a regulated, fast-paced industry.

    + Opportunity to grow into a permanent role with long-term career potential.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $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 Chesterfield,MO.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 18, 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.