What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Technician position at Actalent?
The Quality Technician plays a pivotal role in ensuring the highest quality standards on the production floor by conducting product audits and supporting specification reviews. This position involves hands-on testing, building, and installing test fixtures, and collaborating with various teams to resolve issues and improve processes.
Responsibilities- Perform product audits on the production floor to ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Support specification reviews and effectively communicate quality requirements to relevant teams.
- Conduct and document test procedures, including air, water, and structural testing.
- Build and install test fixtures and prototypes as needed.
- Use measurement tools such as tape measures, calipers, and micrometers to verify parts.
- Partner with Quality Engineers, Operations, and OPD teams to resolve quality-related issues.
- Participate in root cause investigations and implement corrective actions.
- Maintain quality documentation and standard work instructions to ensure compliance.
- Assist with the calibration and care of quality and test equipment.
- Attend daily shift debriefs and contribute to continuous improvement activities.
- Strong background in quality and manufacturing processes.
- Excellent computer skills and ability to use various software applications.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse teams.
- Detail-oriented with excellent follow-through to ensure tasks are completed accurately.
- Comfortable working on the production floor with familiarity in using tools (training provided).
- Technical degree or related education is preferred.
- Interest in long-term growth within the Quality field.
A Quality Technician operates in a fast-paced, highly collaborative production-floor environment, where they spend most of their day hands-on, diagnosing issues and supporting operators. The role involves a structured and problem-solving-heavy atmosphere with solid training and growth potential. There are opportunities to work on both first and second shifts.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Galena, IL.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $25.00 - $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)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Galena,IL.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 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.
Salary : $25 - $30