Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Quality Technician
Job Description
The Quality Technician supports a dairy manufacturing facility by performing routine testing on in-process and finished products to ensure they meet strict food safety and quality standards. This role focuses on quality control and quality assurance activities in a laboratory setting, working closely with a collaborative quality team to maintain the integrity of milk, flavored milks, and cultured dairy products.
Responsibilities
- Collect in-process and finished product samples and test them to verify compliance with established quality and safety standards.
- Perform basic analytical testing, including pH measurements, wet chemistry techniques, and basic microbiological testing on dairy products.
- Use laboratory equipment and pipetting techniques accurately to conduct analyses and ensure reliable test results.
- Document and record all test results clearly and accurately in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
- Support experienced technicians by assisting with daily lab tasks and contributing to efficient lab operations and workflow.
- Participate in organoleptic (taste) testing of dairy products as part of overall quality evaluation and product assessment.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant laboratory environment by following established sanitation and safety procedures.
- Follow standard operating procedures and quality protocols consistently to support food safety and product quality.
- Work collaboratively with other technicians and plant personnel to address quality issues and support continuous improvement.
- Spend limited time in the production plant to collect air samples and other environmental samples as needed for quality monitoring.
Essential Skills
- Quality-minded approach with strong focus on food safety, accuracy, and consistency.
- Experience or exposure to quality control and quality assurance concepts in a laboratory or manufacturing environment.
- Basic understanding of laboratory practices, including handling samples, using lab equipment, and following test procedures, or a demonstrated willingness to learn.
- Ability to perform basic analytical testing such as pH measurements, wet chemistry techniques, and basic microbiological testing.
- Proficiency with pipetting techniques and careful handling of laboratory instruments and materials.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standard operating procedures precisely.
- Comfort working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while managing multiple tasks.
- Ability to accurately document and record test results in line with regulatory and internal standards.
- Comfort consuming dairy products as part of product evaluation and organoleptic testing.
- Effective teamwork skills and willingness to support colleagues in a collaborative lab setting.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field such as Biology, Chemistry, Food Science, or a related discipline is preferred.
- Prior laboratory or quality experience is a plus but not required, making this role suitable for entry-level candidates.
- Familiarity with food manufacturing or dairy processing environments is beneficial.
- Interest in building a career in quality assurance, quality control, or food science.
- Strong communication skills to interact effectively with other technicians and plant staff.
- Willingness to work the required hours and adapt to production schedules as needed.
Work Environment
This position is primarily laboratory-based, with approximately 90% of the workday spent in a lab environment alongside four other technicians.
8pm to 4am Monday through Friday. Training for the first 2 to 4 weeks will be on first shift.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of O Fallon, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/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 O Fallon,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2026.
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