Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician

Job Title: Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician to join our team. This role operates on a 2-2-3 schedule from 6 PM to 6:30 AM, requiring adaptability as the schedule changes weekly. Approximately 75% of your time will be spent on the floor, with the remaining 25% dedicated to testing tasks. Your day will start by checking emails and reviewing a list of tasks to complete.

Responsibilities

• Swab machinery to check for contamination and conduct antibiotic testing.

• Run samples and perform line checks.

• Conduct microbiological evaluations of all raw, pasteurized, and final products.

• Operate equipment such as spectrometers, FTIR analyzers, moisture analyzers, and pH meters.

• Perform daily quality audits and checks on the plant floor, documenting findings.

• Recognize and report any unusual results or product defects to the Quality Assurance Lead and Manager.

• Conduct necessary re-checks for analytical and microbiological tests.

• Perform various tests including Total Solids/Moisture Analysis, Powder test for scorched particles and moisture, Whey Protein Nitrogen test, and Bacteria tests.

• Properly identify outgoing samples for third-party testing.

• Lift 50 lb bags of raw materials and boxes 5-10 times per shift and navigate stairs and the plant floor.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences ie (Biology, Chemistry, Food Science, or related field).

• Testing experience (college experience is acceptable).

• Laboratory experience (college experience is acceptable).

-or-

• No degree

• Food manufacturing experience with at least 5 out of the last 10 years in a QA environment.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• 6+ months of experience as a Quality Assurance Technician in a food manufacturing facility.

• Degree in Life Sciences is preferred.

Work Environment

You will work in a state-of-the-art USDA-regulated laboratory and manufacturing floor. Expect to spend 25% of your time in the lab and 75% on the floor, collecting samples and communicating with all levels of staff. The facility is extremely clean, with mandatory handwashing and shoe changes required in certain areas. Locker rooms and showers are available on site. The dress code is casual, but closed-toe shoes are mandatory. You will be part of a close-knit team, working with 4-5 other individuals.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Coopersville, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.25 - $26.25/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 Coopersville,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 21, 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.

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