QC Laboratory Technician

Job Title: QC Laboratory Technician

Job Description

The QC Laboratory Technician is responsible for executing core Quality Control processes associated with reagent consumable and bioassay production, reagent stability programs, and controlled storage monitoring. The role involves assisting with incoming quality control, departmental calibration and maintenance, and the retention program. The technician will maintain QC laboratory supplies, prepare internal use laboratory reagents, and ensure the integrity and cleanliness of QC work and storage areas. Additionally, the technician will participate in QC processes related to test method development, product development, and equipment/method validations.

Responsibilities

• Execute core Quality Control processes for reagent consumable and bioassay production.
• Monitor reagent stability programs and controlled storage.
• Assist with incoming quality control and departmental calibration and maintenance.
• Maintain QC laboratory supplies and prepare internal use laboratory reagents.
• Ensure the cleanliness and integrity of QC work and storage areas.
• Participate in test method development, product development, and equipment/method validations.
• Interface frequently with departments such as Quality Assurance, Reagent Manufacturing, Design Transfer, Process Engineering, Production Planning, and Purchasing.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology, or Microbiology.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience in a Life Sciences, Chemistry, or Medical Technology related industry.
• Experience in biological testing preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in an FDA and/or GMP regulated environment.

Work Environment

The role involves working in a laboratory setting, with initial training on the first shift for a month, followed by transitioning to the second shift from 2 PM to 10 PM. The work environment promotes innovation in diagnostics and supports a collaborative and inclusive culture, allowing employees to make a global impact on healthcare while growing their careers.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/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 Northbrook,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 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.

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