QA/QC Lab Technician

*HIRING NOW: QA/QC Laboratory Technicians (Entry Level)* ***Interested in this role? *Reach out directly to apply *TODAY *to *Grace Williams* at *grawilliams@actalentservices .com* *Summary:* A leading producer of food and industrial ingredients is continuing to expand and are actively hiring for Quality Lab Technicians to analyze both final product and in-process sample streams utilizing HPLC, AA, GC, FT-IR, NIR, Karl Fischer titration, refractive index, particle size distribution, direct and viable micro testing, pH, spectrophotometric methods, microscopic examination as well as physical testing. Must be detail oriented, a self starter, and capable of producing high quality results on a consistent basis with minimal oversight. As a Quality Lab Technician, candidates will be responsible for the following: *Responsibilities:*

• Preparation and analysis of various final product and in-process samples utilizing analytical instruments and wet chemistry techniques
• Facilitate the plant process flow by providing timely, accurate analysis results
• Posting analysis results into data systems and communicating to plant personnel
• Recognizes abnormal findings and works with process teams to resolve
• Final QA/QC of outbound shipments and documenting results
• Follows established analysis methodologies
• Basic laboratory equipment maintenance
• Perform lab calibrations for pH meters, Agtron, and Moisture Meters.
• Sample all products produced.
• Read microplates and accurately enter data.
• Submit production paperwork for management review.
• Microplate all samples for the day.
• Conduct a thorough GMP plant walkthrough.
• Maintain cleanliness in the lab area, including counters, lab equipment, sample fridges, and incubators.
• Organize the retain cooler and verify organization.
• Complete the QA swab form. Fill out the QA Pre-op form.
• Conduct cupping sessions for new lots.
• Finish all raw incoming work.
• Verify refractometers. Verify thermometers. Verify pipettes. Calibrate pipettes. Calibrate scales.
• Perform environmental swabs.
• Conduct water testing.

*Other Analytical Instrumentation / Testing Includes:*

• HPLC
• GC
• AA
• Osmometers
• Particle Size
• NIR
• Karl Fischer

*Qualifications:* *•* BS/BA degree in Chemistry, Biology, or other relevant scientific discipline is preferred.

• Proven technical skills including experience with various laboratory methodologies and equipment (experience with lab can come from education)
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize with an attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self starting and detail oriented

*INTERESTED IN THIS ROLE? APPLY NOW!*

• We are actively hiring and interviewing for this position - Apply today to be in consideration. I will be conducting phone interviews as early as today. All candidates will be considered within 24 hours of reaching out directly to *Grace Williams.*
• Apply to *Grace Williams* at _grawilliams@actalentservices. com or __*call *_*(317-567 -6610)* with your updated resume, brief intro about your interest, what method of communication works best for you (i.e., call, email, text)

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week