Actalent

Job Title: QC Scientist I

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Quality Control Scientist I to join our team in Lenexa, Kansas. This role focuses on ensuring the quality control of finished product testing, ensuring compliance with internal and external standards and guidelines.

Friday to Monday - 07:00 AM To 05:30 PM

Responsibilities

• Review and maintain product compliance specifications and documentation control.
• Perform and interpret microbiology testing, including growth promotion, biochemical, and AST.
• Gain proficiency on all performance benches and document testing results to determine product disposition.
• Maintain consistency in training and establish SOP criteria for inspection and testing.
• Manage department equipment and request consumables as needed.
• Monitor and ensure GMP compliance within the work environment.
• Collaborate closely with the Quality Assurance department to maintain product quality.
• Execute Stability Study testing in accordance with QA requirements.
• Work with Customer Service Representatives to ensure timely product releases.
• Participate in the continuous improvement program within the department.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced laboratory setting, maintaining safety standards and procedures.
• Assist in maintaining standards in accordance with GMP and ISO regulations.
• Support all company policies and participate in achieving department goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in related QC/QA or microbiology laboratory work.
• Familiarity with FDA regulations for medical devices.
• Ability to manage tasks in an organized manner.
• Effective communication skills across various departments regarding quality testing parameters.
• Intermediate computer skills, preferably with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience working in SAP is a plus.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Adaptability and eagerness to learn new procedures while maintaining a scientific approach.
• Availability to work weekend shifts as needed.
• Self-motivated, highly responsible, with a good team spirit.
• Excellent verbal and written English skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in quality control and microbiology.

Work Environment

The position is based in Lenexa, Kansas, Friday to Monday - 07:00 AM To 05:30 PM.

The role involves working closely with a team in a fast-paced laboratory setting, adhering to GMP and ISO standards, and maintaining a professional work environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Lenexa, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Lenexa,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 9, 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 for other accommodation options.