Job Title: Quality Technician Job Description The Quality Technician will split their time equally between the plant floor and a lab setting. They will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with food safety standards and quality assurance protocols. Responsibilities + Perform inspections including Pre-Operative and Food Safety, and document and communicate results. + Carry out Daily Operating Inspections to assure compliance with GMPs and USDA requirements. + Perform magnet and metal detector record checks and inform the supervisor of any deficiencies. + Conduct ATP swab tests with daily and weekly line swabs. + Calibrate lab scale, pH meter, and salt analyzer. + Conduct organic start-up tests ensuring no unauthorized cleaner was used and the line was triple rinsed, achieving a pH of 7. + Review previous day’s HACCP records daily. + Change thermometer recorder charts as needed. + Perform quality audits, including quality systems, production scales, and salt analyzers, and document and communicate results. + Perform inbound checks and verify COAs to ensure compliance with requirements. + Maintain stock of laboratory and production supplies as directed. + Act as a liaison with USDA. + Distribute weekly Code Date Sheets promptly. + Report and follow-up on food safety and food quality concerns. + Conduct pizza line coverage checks. + Notify the supervisor of all downtimes. + Enforce all Food Safety PPE/GMP requirements and report any concerns. + Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Essential Skills + Proficiency in quality checks and inspections, particularly in the food industry. + Understanding of GMP standards and compliance. + Knowledge of biology and chemistry, especially in a laboratory setting. + Quality assurance and quality control expertise. Additional Skills & Qualifications + High school diploma with science classes and/or lab courses, plus 6 months to 1+ years of manufacturing experience in the food industry. + B.S. degree in Life Sciences, with no industry experience required. + Associate's degree in Life Sciences with 6 months to 1 year of manufacturing experience in the food industry. + 6 months to 1+ years of GMP experience, open to environments like ISO and GLP. + 0 to 2 years of quality experience is ideal. Work Environment The role involves working equally in a lab setting and on the plant floor. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.50/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 Columbus,WI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 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 (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.