Quality Lab Technician

Job Title: Quality Lab Technician

Job Description

Perform sensory, physical, chemical, and instrumental evaluation of incoming raw materials, in-process, and finished products following SOPs and specifications. Expedite the evaluation process and final disposition while providing information to production teams. Assist in the development and maintenance of specifications and troubleshooting quality issues in production. Participate in the development of specialized processes to improve quality or food safety. Generate data for Certificates of Analysis and participate in taste panels. Maintain lab data, supplies, and calibration of equipment on a regular schedule, and work on corrective actions for any customer complaints or issues.

Responsibilities

• Test samples for specific gravity, refractive index, and Karl Fisher moisture.
• Run samples on Gas Chromatography (GC) to test raw materials and in-process products.
• Create and submit Certificates of Analysis (COAs).
• Review batch records and complete quality documentation.
• Conduct final product document review and inspection.
• Manage HACCP and CAPA documentation and review.
• Support corrective actions related to customer complaints and issues.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related field.
• Lab skills with a focus on quality control.
• Knowledge of Gas Chromatography (GC), refractive index, flash point, and specific gravity.
• Proficiency in Excel and Word.
• 0-2 years of experience in a relevant field.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with sensory evaluation and tasting.
• Familiarity with refractometers, sensory analysis, and flavor profiling.

Work Environment

Work hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with occasional overtime including weekends. Candidates should understand that supporting production may require working overtime as necessary. This position offers hands-on experience with Gas Chromatography (GC) in a collaborative and dynamic lab environment.

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 Aurora,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 1, 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