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Quality Control Lab Technician

Job Description

Focuses on analytical laboratory activities for specific testing involving HPLC; in addition, participation in a variety of food quality control analytical/microbiological support activities is required. Work is performed through the application of a body of knowledge related to standard laboratory methods, practices, procedures, policies, regulations, and laboratory materials and equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Operates and maintains HPLC units

+ Prepping and running samples following established protocol, responsible for maintaining instruments, calibrating, and following maintenance regimen.

+ Prepare eluent and required reagents. Responsible for accuracy in the preparation of reagents, eluents, and standards.

+ Performs chemical and physical analyses on a variety of samples, including food products and intermediate samples.

+ Tests include but are not limited to organoleptic evaluations, pH, acidity titrations, sodium, nitrate/nitrite analyses, Brix, moisture, specific gravity, moisture, pulp content, etc.

+ Performs required calculations and posts/maintains required spreadsheets.

+ Performs microbiological analyses on a variety of products, following required aseptic techniques in media prep, sample collection, plating and bacteria identification.

+ Logs samples and related pertinent information. Follows appropriate documentation and record-keeping procedures.

+ Performs related work as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications

+ Proficient in chemistry and laboratory procedures.

+ Attention to detail and strong documentation skills.

+ Troubleshooting and root cause analysis.

+ Proficiency in quality assurance, microbiology, quality control, and GMP.

+ Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Food Science, Quality, or related discipline is preferred

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Eustis, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.50 - $21.50/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 Eustis,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 2, 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.