• Quality Control Technician

    Actalent (Henrico, VA)


    Quality Control Technician - Henrico, Virginia

     

    Bachelor's preferred | Food and beverage experience preferred

    Job Description

    • Performs analysis of incoming, in process and finished materials using analytical standardized procedures. These tests may

     

    include, but are not limited to: pH, Turbidity, Brix, Salt, Alcohol, Total Nitrogen, Microbiological Sampling and testing, etc.

     

    • Performs standardized quality sampling and checks during production; reporting variances and non-conformities to

     

    management.

     

    • Supports Production and conducts quality inspections before, during and in between product runs.

    • Monitor plant sanitation and personal hygiene as outline by Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) for food processing

     

    facilities and current company GMP policies, reporting repeat offenders to management.

     

    • Prepares samples for shipment and sends for outside testing, updating results and alerting management to any

     

    discrepancies or issues.

     

    • Places product on hold and also releases product from hold according to company policy.

    • Receives new ingredients, contacting suppliers for documentation and maintains ingredient information files.

    • Organizes and updates all Laboratory QC documentation (SOP’s, forms, charts, tables) and analysis data, to include data

     

    entry and keeping data up to date.

     

    • Maintains Lab equipment; calibration/performance verification and troubleshooting equipment and systems as needed.

    • Manages laboratory supply stock for general analysis; to include solutions and general office supplies.

    • Supports the QC Manager in all customer service issues.

    • Assists the QC team with any projects as designated.

    • Pursues excellence and continuously develops technical and personal skills

     

    Skills

     

    pipetting, organization, time management, quality control, haccp, food and beverage, micro plating, laboratory equipment

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Need to be able to communicate effectively and efficiently.

    + Basic laboratory skills needed - skills earned from education works as well

    + Bachelor's degree highly preferred but not required

    + Food industry experience needed (food safety, etc.)

    Experience Level

    Entry Level

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Henrico, VA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $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 Henrico,VA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 26, 2026.

    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.