Quality Control Technician

Job Title: Quality Control Technician

Job Description

As a Quality Control Technician, you will be responsible for analyzing raw and production materials to ensure they meet specified standards. This role requires problem-solving skills to address quality non-conformance issues, and the ability to conduct product testing. You will also need to be tech-savvy to navigate issues, proficient in research, and possess critical thinking skills. This position involves more than routine quality testing, demanding a proactive approach to quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Approve raw materials and finished goods for use.
• Determine physical values of materials and ensure chromatographic compliance as per the Quality Control procedural manual.
• Conduct various tests including pH, specific gravity, refractory, titrations, GC, micro plating, and more.
• Perform sensory quality testing for smell and taste, ensuring no allergies.
• Report discrepancies to the Quality Control Manager and assist in determining their origin.
• Calibrate instrumentation regularly.
• Operate GC equipment and perform preventative maintenance as per technical manuals.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines within the workplace.

Qualifications

• Associate"s Degree

• Bachelor"s Degree preferred

• 1-3 years of QC experience within the flavors, fragrances, food, or similar industry.

• Technical proficiency in running GC equipment.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/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 Northbrook,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 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.

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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.