What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Control Associate position at Actalent?
Job Title: Quality Control Associate
Job Description
We are seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Quality Control Associate to ensure the highest standards in our products. The role involves checking process and finished products, conducting precise measurements, and reviewing color standards and seal strength. The associate will perform visual inspections and ruler measurements of pouches, ensuring they meet customer specifications as per job orders.
Responsibilities
- Check in process and finished products.
- Conduct measurements down to 1/64th of an inch.
- Review products for color standards.
- Test seal strength of products.
- Perform visual inspection and ruler measurement of pouches.
- Identify and communicate pouch quality discrepancies.
- Complete required labeling and paperwork.
- Pack finished products in bundles for shipping.
Essential Skills
- Experience in quality control or lab testing.
- Proficiency in visual inspection and attention to detail.
- Understanding of GMP and quality control inspection standards.
- Good organizational skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Associates degree OR relevant quality or lab experience.
- Experience in production, manufacturing, or food service industries.
- Detail-oriented, reliable, and friendly.
- Comfortable with repetitive tasks and sitting for long periods.
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Schaumburg, IL.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 Schaumburg,IL.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jun 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 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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
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