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Lab Technician

Actalent, Walterboro, South Carolina, United States, 29488

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Job Description The Quality Technician will execute Quality Monitoring Scheme routines across all manufacturing processes, including batching, processing, filling, and packaging. This role involves conducting physical and chemical testing of raw batches, finished products, and any other testing as defined by the Quality Monitoring Scheme. Additionally, the technician will carry out postproduction testing, including microbiological testing on quarantine samples.

Job Title Quality Technician

Responsibilities

Execute pre-operation routines, which include sanitation approval for equipment and environment, and compliance against product change-over requirements.

Execute CIP validation utilizing allergen swabs.

Coordinate collection and storage of finished product samples during manufacturing operations.

Execute hold routines, including creating events for nonconforming ingredients, packaging material, raw batches, and finished products.

Review and approve food safety and quality records created throughout the shift.

Verify Pre‑Requisite records and Programs.

Contribute towards root cause analysis and customer complaint investigations.

Maintain and improve FSQ documentation practices.

Scan and file records as needed.

Maintain organization, cleanliness, and housekeeping of the FSQ Lab area.

Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Essential Skills

Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally.

Ability to document, describe, and interpret records and documented specifications.

Ability to enforce company procedures and policies.

Ability to document inspection findings legibly and accurately.

Ability to perform basic math calculations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

BS in Food Science, Food Engineering, or equivalent is preferred.

At least 1 year of experience in a QA function within the food or beverage manufacturing industry is preferred.

Work experience and training in HACCP is preferred.

Work Environment This position involves working in a laboratory environment on the second shift, from 2 pm to 10 pm, from Sunday to Thursday/Friday. A $1 shift differential is provided. The role reports to the FSQ Supervisor and is focused on executing Food Safety & Quality (FSQ) routines in the manufacturing of aseptic food and beverage products.

Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Walterboro, SC.

Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $21.00/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

Benefits

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 Walterboro, SC.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Nov 21, 2025.

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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Contract

Job Function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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