Quality Control Analyst

Actalent is seeking a QC Technician to support quality control testing activities for raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role offers excellent opportunities for recent graduates and early-career scientists to develop analytical chemistry, instrumentation, and quality systems expertise through hands-on laboratory experience and structured training.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality control testing on incoming raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products according to established procedures.
• Conduct routine physical property and wet chemistry testing, including pH, viscosity, TOC, and related analytical evaluations.
• Prepare samples, standards, reagents, and volumetric solutions for laboratory analysis.
• Collect, analyze, document, and communicate test results accurately and in accordance with laboratory procedures.
• Review laboratory and production records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and GMP requirements.
• Enter, retrieve, and maintain testing data within laboratory information management systems (LIMS).
• Assist with investigations related to out-of-specification (OOS), out-of-trend (OOT), and customer complaint findings.
• Support laboratory housekeeping activities, including equipment cleaning, glassware maintenance, and waste disposal.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality Assurance, Engineering, and other departments to support product quality and manufacturing operations.
• Follow all laboratory safety procedures and quality requirements.

Growth & Development Opportunities

• Expand into HPLC, GC, LC, and additional instrumental analytical testing through training.
• Participate in method development and method transfer activities.
• Support instrument calibration, qualification, and validation (IQ/OQ/PQ).
• Contribute to stability testing programs.
• Develop, review, and revise SOPs.
• Engage in laboratory troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or another related scientific discipline.
• Laboratory experience through academic coursework, undergraduate research, internships, co-ops, or industry experience.
• Understanding of basic analytical chemistry principles and laboratory practices.
• Experience with sample preparation, solution preparation, and laboratory documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to accurately record observations, test results, and laboratory activities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a quality control, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, consumer products, personal care, chemical, food, or related laboratory environment.
• Exposure to wet chemistry techniques including pH, viscosity, titrations, TOC, or similar testing.
• Experience with HPLC, GC, LC, UV-Vis, or other analytical instrumentation through coursework, research, or industry experience.
• Familiarity with GMP, GDP, GLP, or other regulated laboratory environments.
• Experience using LIMS or electronic laboratory data management systems.
• Exposure to investigations, laboratory troubleshooting, or root cause analysis.

Key Competencies

• Laboratory Operations
• Analytical Testing
• Data Collection & Analysis
• Quality Control
• Attention to Detail
• Documentation Accuracy
• Problem Solving
• Adaptability
• Collaboration & Teamwork
• Technical Learning Agility
• Organization & Time Management

Work Environment

This position is based in a laboratory environment supporting a high-volume manufacturing operation. The role involves testing raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products while working closely with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams. Employees should be comfortable managing multiple priorities, working under deadlines, and adapting to changing business needs.

Schedule

Either 4 x 10-hour shifts or 5 x 8-hour shifts with a 7:00 AM start time (flexible within 1 hour). Schedules may include Thursday–Sunday, Friday–Monday, or Saturday–Tuesday, and must cover both weekend days.

Pay

$24.00 per hour.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. If eligible, benefits for this temporary role may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available)
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for 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)

This is a Contract to Hire, fully onsite position based in Saint Louis, MO.