Chemistry Lab Technician

Job Title:

QO Lab Analyst

The QO Lab Analyst position operates in a fast‑paced, customer‑oriented team laboratory environment, analyzing raw materials, packaging materials, in‑process materials, APIs, utilities, and/or finished product samples to support the company’s quality program.

• Perform, document, record checks, and troubleshoot qualitative or quantitative assays on samples using both standard laboratory equipment and modern automated instrumentation.
• Participate in manufacturing quality control support, such as cleaning verification.
• Interpret and evaluate data for accuracy, precision, trends, and potential GMP impact, recommending corrective actions where necessary.
• Maintain high productivity and multi‑task with a low error rate and attention to detail.
• Demonstrate flexibility and engagement in a changing environment, ensuring good laboratory technique to prevent cross‑contamination or misidentification of samples.
• Comprehend and perform routine and non‑routine analyses from compendial and internal sources.
• Train others as skills and knowledge allow.
• Participate in laboratory investigations as required.
• Write routine assay protocols or conduct assay, process, or instrument qualifications.
• Exhibit the ability to quickly learn new skills and techniques.

• Proficiency in at least one high‑complexity technology (e.g., HPLC, uHPLC, GC, advanced spectroscopy) or two or more low to medium‑complexity technologies (e.g., TLC, titrations, wet chemistry/physical testing, water testing).
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to multi‑task.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Good laboratory technique to avoid cross‑contamination or misidentification of samples.

• AAS, BA/BS, or MS in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years related experience in Quality Operations preferred.
• Experience with HPLC is advantageous.
• Ability to lift occasionally (less than 35 lbs), reach, and sit while working at a computer terminal.
• Candidate must not be sensitive to Cephalosporin/Penicillin.

This is a lab‑based role in a dynamic and evolving environment. The position requires working with various technologies and equipment, ensuring that tasks are completed with precision and accuracy. The work may involve sitting at a computer terminal and occasional lifting.

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

The pay range for this position is $25.00 – $40.00/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)

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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