Lab Technician Actalent Brecksville, OH

• On-Site Apply Cooking Visionary Operations Innovation Sanitation Cleanliness Detail Oriented Lifting Ability Food Preparation Food Manufacturing New Product Development Engineering Design Process Good Manufacturing Practices Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) $52,000 - $56,160 / yr Posted yesterday

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Pilot Plant Technician (Cook) Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Pilot Plant Technician to join our team, focusing on cooking and preparing fruit samples. This role involves working closely with the New Product Development Team to ensure quality and innovation in our product offerings. Responsibilities Cook approximately 9 samples of fruit preparations daily following established procedures. Adjust cook formulas to meet detailed specifications on procedures. Perform quality testing on customer sample batches, including pH and Brix measurements. Operate, clean, and maintain pilot scale equipment as part of daily tasks. Support New Product Development Team leaders by reporting any issues with materials, equipment, or objectives. Participate in internal or cross-functional projects as a team member. Maintain accurate records of run conditions, including analytical and process data, and ensure proper inventory levels are maintained. Pull raw materials needed for the next day's schedule. Perform scheduled sanitation tasks. Maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe pilot plant environment, ensuring compliance with GMP, GLP, FDA, and internal quality standards. Essential Skills Quality assurance expertise. Knowledge of food preparation and safety standards. Bachelor's degree in a related field. Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately. Additional Skills & Qualifications Associate's Degree in a related science field is required. Willingness to be on feet during shifts and ability to lift boxes of ingredients (10-40 lbs) regularly. Experience in the food industry or food manufacturing is a plus, demonstrating cleanliness and sanitation knowledge. Experience in pilot scale operations is advantageous. Work Environment The work environment is dynamic and focused on innovation in the food industry. The role requires maintaining a clean and safe pilot plant environment, adhering to compliance standards. Benefits include health, dental, and vision coverage. The position demands physical activity, including being on feet during shifts and lifting ingredients regularly. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brecksville, OH. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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 Brecksville,OH. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026. 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. 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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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