QC Lab Technician - Days/Nights

QC Lab Technician - Day and Night Shift Open Days: $21.00.hr Nights: $23.00/hr Job Description: As a QC Lab Technician, you will perform essential quality control and laboratory functions to ensure food safety and support the HACCP program. You will be responsible for microbiological and analytical testing of various products, including energy drinks, and ensuring the accuracy of all measuring devices. This role is a blend of laboratory and production support functions, providing a well-rounded experience in quality assurance. Responsibilities: Perform microbiological analysis of products, water, and environment to support Pre-Operation sanitation and HACCP program. Accurately collect samples for product testing without compromising the validity of test samples. Conduct analytical testing of energy drinks, including CO2, air, volumes, crimp, torque, pH, brix, flavor, and other necessary parameters for both bottles and cans. Perform titratable acidity analysis and HPLC analysis of products for caffeine and preservative levels. Assess the taste, odor, and appearance (T.O.A.) of finished products. Ensure the accuracy and calibration of all measuring devices. Accurately record and document results from product analysis. Ensure batching sheets are properly filled out and within specifications before signing off. Review ingredient labels, specs, weights, and regulatory documents to validate batching/recipes. Communicate with batching, production, and sanitation teams to review specifications and support QA functions. Pull finished goods samples from production for analytical and customer testing requirements. Perform QA line checks every 4 hours during the shift. Review GMPs and adherence to food safety standards for production, including equipment temperature checks and calibrations. Skills: 2 years of experience in food quality OR an AA or BA/BS in a scientific discipline. Proficiency in wet chemistry and aseptic technique preferred. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00 • 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 Cold Spring,MN. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Dec 26, 2024. 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. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people 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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.