About Careertakes

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What You’ll Do

The Quality Technician (3rd Shift) supports food safety and product quality programs at a dairy manufacturing facility by performing routine laboratory testing, product evaluations, and environmental sampling. Responsibilities include:

• Collect and test in-process and finished product samples.
• Perform routine laboratory testing (pH, wet chemistry) and basic microbiological assays.
• Conduct environmental and air sampling to support food safety programs.
• Document test results and maintain accurate, auditable records.
• Participate in product taste testing and sensory evaluations as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized laboratory and follow GMPs and food safety procedures.
• Collaborate with Quality and Production teams to support product quality and corrective actions.

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Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Dairy Science, Animal Science, or a related field preferred.
• Laboratory experience via coursework, internships, research, manufacturing, or quality roles is a plus but not required.
• Strong attention to detail, accurate recordkeeping, and a desire to learn.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and participating in dairy product evaluations.
• Ability to work the 3rd shift reliably.

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Preferred Experience

• Hands-on experience in food manufacturing, quality assurance/control, or laboratory settings.
• Familiarity with GMPs, HACCP, microbiology techniques, wet chemistry, or routine sample collection.

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What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in food quality, microbiology, and laboratory testing.
• Exposure to food safety systems and dairy manufacturing operations.
• Training and mentorship from an experienced quality team.
• Growth opportunities within Quality, Food Safety, and Laboratory Operations.

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Work Environment & Schedule

• This is a 3rd shift, fully onsite role in a dairy manufacturing facility. Most work is in the laboratory with occasional time in production areas to collect samples.
• You will join a collaborative team focused on training and supporting new employees.

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Pay & Benefits

• Pay: $23.00 per hour.
• The exact compensation offered will depend on qualifications, experience, location, and other job-related factors.
• If eligible, temporary/contract benefits may include:
  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical illness, accident & hospital plans
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan (pre-tax and Roth options)
  • Voluntary life & AD&D
  • Short- and long-term disability
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time off / leave (PTO, vacation, sick leave)

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Job Details

• Employment type: Contract (on-site)
• Location: O Fallon, IL
• Workplace type: Fully onsite
• Shift: 3rd shift
• Application deadline (as provided): Sep 2, 2026

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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