Quality Control Analyst

Job Title: Quality Control Analyst

Job Description

As a Quality Control Analyst, you will operate the materials management system to integrate receiving, quarantine, release, inventory, and disposal mechanisms. You will be responsible for preparing mobile phases, samples, and standards for use in procedures while ensuring minimal waste and loss of materials. This role requires maintaining proper waste disposal handling and accurate record-keeping. You will participate in the execution and optimization of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for equipment and instrumentation according to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), and you will analyze and interpret experimental outcomes accurately.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble documentation such as entries into laboratory notebooks and maintain proper records per relevant SOPs and policies.
• Collaborate with supporting management for assigned tasks, including technology transfer.
• Learn the regulations, legal requirements, policies, and procedures relevant to areas of responsibility.
• Apply knowledge to ensure safe and compliant practices, manage risk, and maximize project success opportunities.
• Become proficient with UPLC, Empower, and various other analytical instruments and software packages.
• Perform routine analytical tests on excipients, APIs, finished products, compounded sterile preparations, and stability samples.
• Create and maintain clear and concise lab records and documentation.
• Ensure the timely execution of lab analysis and related documentation.
• Support daily analysis and stability study activities under significant supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry (or related)
• 1-2 years of experience with UPLC/HPLC.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mundelein, IL.

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $30.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Mundelein,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 19, 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 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 : $26 - $30