Overview
Quality Control Technician Jobs in Northbrook, USA at Actalent
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 preventive 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. It is a fully onsite position.
Pay & Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 – $23.00/hr.
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)
Equal Opportunity Employer
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 actalentaccom for other accommodation options.
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Title: Quality Control Technician
Company: Actalent
Location: Northbrook, USA
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