<p>Job Description</p> <p>This role will be pivotal in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our laboratory operations, particularly in the domain of microbiological testing.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Adhere to lab safety guidelines at all times. </li><li>Create new Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and edit existing ones. </li><li>Collaborate closely with the production team to test all incoming raw materials. </li><li>Perform standard microbiological testing including the person, yeast, mold, identity testing, and FTIR. </li><li>Maintain excellent documentation of all laboratory activities. </li><li>Communicate effectively with team members and other departments. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Experience with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). </li><li>Proficiency in FTIR (Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy). </li><li>Ability to create and write SOPs. </li><li>Experience in microbiology testing, including the person, yeast, mold, and identity testing. </li></ul> <p>About Actalent</p> <p>Actalent connects passion with purpose. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts that drive scale, innovation, and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 engineering and sciences consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. An operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions, Actalent launched as a new specialized engineering and sciences services and workforce solutions brand in 2021.</p> <p>Diversity, Equity & Inclusion</p> <p>At Actalent, Diversity And Inclusion Are a Bridge Towards The Equity And Success Of Our People. DE&I Are Embedded Into Our Culture Through:</p> <ul> <li>Hiring diverse talent </li><li>Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection </li><li>Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes </li><li>Ensuring growth opportunities for our people </li></ul> <p>Job Type & Location</p> <p>This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mundelein, IL.</p> <p>Pay and Benefits</p> <p>The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $26.00/hr.</p> <p>Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job</p> <p>classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be</p> <p>subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits</p> <p>available for this temporary role may include the following:</p> <ul> <li>Medical, dental & vision </li><li>Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital </li><li>401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available </li><li>Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) </li><li>Short and long-term disability </li><li>Health Spending Account (HSA) </li><li>Transportation benefits </li><li>Employee Assistance Program </li><li>Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) </li></ul> <p>Workplace Type</p> <p>This is a fully onsite position in Mundelein,IL.</p> <p>Application Deadline</p> <p>This position is anticipated to close on Dec 16, 2025.</p> <p>About Actalent</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p>