What are the responsibilities and job description for the QC Tech position at Actalent?
Job Description
The Quality Control Technician is responsible for analyzing raw and production materials to ensure compliance with specifications. This role requires the ability to solve quality non-conformance issues, run product testing, and apply critical thinking skills. The position involves more than routine quality testing, demanding a tech-savvy individual who is good at researching and resolving issues.
Responsibilities
- Approve raw materials and finished goods for use.
- Determine physical values of materials and ensure chromatographic compliance as per Quality Control procedural manual.
- Conduct tests such as pH, specific gravity, refractory, titrations, GC, and micro plating.
- Report discrepancies to the Quality Control Manager and assist in determining their origin.
- Calibrate instrumentation and perform preventive maintenance according to technical manuals.
- Adhere to safety guidelines within the workplace.
Requirements
- 1-3 years of quality control laboratory experience in the food industry.
- Understanding of chemistry and mixing of chemicals.
- Ability to run GC and perform preventive maintenance of instrumentation.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Problem-solving and creative thinking abilities.
About Actalent
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.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, Diversity And Inclusion Are a Bridge Towards The Equity And Success Of Our People. DE&I Are Embedded Into Our Culture Through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/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 Glenview,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 10, 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.
Salary : $23 - $25
