• Quality Assurance Lab Technician

    Actalent (Fort Wayne, IN)


    Description

    Quality Assurance Lab Technician

     

    Type: Full-Time | Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM (Weekends & overtime may apply)

     

    Role Overview

     

    The Quality Assurance Technician ensures products meet safety and quality standards by monitoring production processes, conducting testing, and supporting compliance with food safety programs.

    Key Responsibilities

    Adhere to all quality and food safety policies.

     

    Perform pre-operational inspections and allergen checks.

     

    Verify product labels for accuracy.

     

    Conduct physical, chemical, and sensory tests; document results and address non-compliance promptly.

     

    Monitor metal detectors and check weighers; take corrective action as needed.

     

    Collect samples for microbiological and retained testing.

     

    Lead by example in Good Manufacturing Practices.

     

    Assist in managing non-conforming products to prevent shipment of substandard goods.

     

    Support root cause analysis and problem-solving for quality issues.

     

    Maintain accurate and organized records.

     

    Collaborate with production and R&D during new product launches.

     

    Perform additional tasks such as hygiene inspections, raw material checks, environmental swabs, equipment calibration, and foreign material investigations.

    Experience:

    High school diploma or equivalent. STEM related Associates or Bachelors degree preferred

     

    1+ year of GMP quality experience. Quality experience within food manufacturing preferred.

     

    Basic computer skills and ability to operate lab equipment.

     

    Strong communication and decision-making skills.

     

    Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

     

    Flexibility to work 3rd shift

    Experience Level

    Entry Level

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Wayne, IN.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $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 Fort Wayne,IN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 8, 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.