Quality Control Technician

Job Title: Quality Control Technician

Job Description

The Quality Control Technician provides entry-level support to both manufacturing and quality control functions, with a strong focus on documentation, inventory management, and sample preparation. This role is an excellent entry point into a laboratory environment, requiring no degree and offering significant exposure to batch release processes, basic lab work, and quality systems. The position involves substantial desk-based work managing records and data entry, as well as time on the production floor performing sampling and interacting with production teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide entry-level support to manufacturing and quality control departments to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines in all tasks.
• Approve and maintain incoming materials used in manufacturing in accordance with established quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable NADAs/ANADAs for assigned products and materials.
• Maintain and manage approved stability programs to support product quality over time.
• Verify that assigned products meet quality requirements for both customers and the company.
• Maintain accurate and organized records, reports, documentation, and retained samples.
• Perform testing on incoming materials and finished goods as necessary, following established methods.
• Complete extensive documentation and data entry to support batch release and quality processes.
• Manage inventory and sample control, including labeling, tracking, and proper storage.
• Participate in the batch release process by reviewing documentation and supporting quality checks.
• Set up basic lab equipment and prepare media and materials for scientists and lab staff.
• Perform basic sample preparation, including weighing samples and preparing them for analysis.
• Wash laboratory glassware and equipment and help maintain a clean, organized lab environment.
• Create and update specification sheets and related documentation for scientists and production teams.
• Collaborate with the production team on the production floor to collect samples and support quality activities.
• Assist with general lab organization, including inventory control and ensuring materials are properly labeled.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support laboratory and quality control operations.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Two years of related experience, preferably in quality control.
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and GMP guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail in documentation, data entry, and record keeping.
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting.
• Ability to work independently when required and manage tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.
• Ability to learn production sequences and the company's quality standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience with documentation control and documentation review.
• Experience with basic laboratory preparation and lab equipment handling.
• Experience with inventory management and inventory control.
• Interest in working in a laboratory and quality control environment.
• High level of initiative and willingness to take ownership of assigned tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with SAP Business One is preferred.
• Experience in GMP, QC, microbiology, or biology environments is beneficial.
• Experience with batch records, labeling, and sample preparation is an advantage.
• Comfort working with dishwashing and cleaning tasks in a lab setting.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple records, samples, and inventories.
• Demonstrated interest in developing a career in laboratory or quality control roles.

Work Environment

The role is primarily based in a laboratory and production support setting, with approximately 75% of the day spent at a desk in a sample preparation area and the remainder on the production floor and in the warehouse. Desk-based work includes extensive computer use for data entry, documentation, and record management. Lab-based activities take place in a small laboratory area behind the desk, where the technician performs basic sample preparation, media preparation, equipment setup, dishwashing, and general lab organization. The position also involves time in the warehouse and on the production floor, where the technician traverses the production facility to collect samples and interact with production teams. The work requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, regular walking throughout the facility, and occasional lifting of up to 15 pounds. The technician may need to travel to off-site warehouses during the day. The environment supports a close-knit lab team and offers a collaborative, growth-oriented culture in a rapidly growing organization.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Omaha, NE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 Omaha,NE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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