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About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Control (QC) Laboratory Technician to join our team. In this role, you will perform critical testing and analysis to ensure the quality and consistency of personal care ingredients and finished products. This position is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in laboratory practices and a passion for maintaining high standards in a regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

+ Perform routine QC testing on personal care ingredients and products, including:

+ Viscosity testing

+ pH testing

+ Other physical and chemical property evaluations

+ Accurately document and review test results in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and company quality standards.

+ Conduct repetitive testing to ensure consistency and reliability of data.

+ Manage quality orders and desk work, including data entry and reporting.

+ Utilize Laboratory Management Systems (LMS) and other quality systems for data migration and record-keeping.

+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies and maintain product integrity.

+ Support continuous improvement initiatives within the QC laboratory.

Required Skills

+ Quality Control and Quality Assurance

+ Laboratory testing techniques

+ GMP compliance

+ Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience with personal care ingredients, essential oils, perfumes, or cosmetics.

+ Familiarity with regulated environments and quality systems.

+ Basic computer skills and ability to learn new software tools.

+ Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Experience Level

+ Intermediate – 1-3 years of experience in a laboratory or quality control setting (open to candidates from all industries).

Why Join Us?

+ Opportunity to work with innovative products in the personal care industry.

+ Collaborative team environment focused on quality and continuous improvement.

+ Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wharton, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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 Wharton,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 29, 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.