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Quality Control Technician

Actalent
Great Barrington, MA Other
POSTED ON 12/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/2/2026

Job Title: Quality Control Technician

Job Description

Assist Sheeter Operator and other team members as necessary. Verify and keep records on incoming and outgoing product. Conduct tasks in a safe manner following proper work procedures. Maintain general housekeeping by keeping the work area and machinery clean, neat, organized, and free of safety hazards. Follow all safety rules and wear all required safety equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Collect representative samples from all lots of incoming materials assigned.
  • Test samples using prescribed techniques and checklists.
  • Record and compare test results with specifications for each grade.
  • Keep necessary test samples and accurate records, and be able to locate data and samples as necessary.
  • Collect representative samples from start-ups and end of rolls from the laminators and printers.
  • Perform visual analysis of the samples, looking for defects on the front and back side.
  • Conduct and record in-process test results (e.g., Caliper, Smoothness, and gloss tests).
  • Identify trends and shifts in work in process test results, run-to-run, and within-run variability.
  • Inform supervisor of questionable material and test results.
  • Notify supervisor immediately of any suspected test equipment issues.
  • Empty baler.
  • Calibrate quality control equipment.

Essential Skills

  • Ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment and stay focused during slower periods.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, supporting co-workers.
  • Understanding of quality requirements of products and the role in ensuring quality.
  • Basic mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) using units of weight measurement and volume.
  • Strong communication skills, both oral and written.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent, or up to one-year related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Basic computer skills and familiarity with computer concepts.
  • Ability to understand and follow operating/job procedures.
  • Willingness to work a variety of shifts and overtime.

Work Environment

Schedule: Second Shift: 3pm-11pm.- Regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to the risk of electrical shock. Occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. This position may involve the generation, handling, storage, and transportation of hazardous waste. The person holding this position will attend a yearly mandatory training session on hazardous waste management procedures, including contingency plan implementation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.50 - $22.50/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 Great Barrington,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 28, 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.

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

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.

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