Quality Lab Technician

Job Title: Quality Lab Technician

Job Description

The Quality Lab Technician will work in a laboratory setting to test and evaluate process and finished products that support the healthcare industry. This role focuses on performing a variety of quality control tests, accurately documenting results, and collaborating with production teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The position offers opportunities for growth into other departments and leadership roles within a stable, growing global organization.

Responsibilities

• Check in and log process and finished products as they arrive in the lab for testing.
• Perform strength and tensile testing on materials to ensure they meet required specifications.
• Document and record all lab test results clearly and accurately in the appropriate systems and logs.
• Follow established laboratory procedures, quality control protocols, and safety guidelines at all times.
• Support a team-based environment by communicating effectively with coworkers in the lab and on the production floor.
• Maintain organization in the lab, including proper handling of films, foils, chemicals, and peelable solutions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by reporting issues, suggesting improvements, and supporting process enhancements.

Essential Skills

• Experience with quality control or laboratory testing, which may include academic laboratory experience, with industry experience preferred.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment such as production, manufacturing, or food service.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate documentation of test results.
• Good organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and samples efficiently.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment and collaborate with lab coworkers and production personnel.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or a high school diploma with relevant quality or laboratory experience.
• Experience with chemistry concepts and laboratory practices.
• Prior experience in a production, manufacturing, or food service environment that demonstrates the ability to work under time constraints.
• Demonstrated ability to stay organized and detail-oriented in a fast-paced setting.
• Interest in career growth opportunities, including potential movement into different departments or leadership roles.
• Ability to interact professionally when clients visit the facility.

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

The pay range for this position is $23.10 - $23.10/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 Wood Dale,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on May 3, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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