• Chemistry Lab Technician

    Actalent (Arlington Heights, IL)


    Job Title: Lab Technician

    Job Description

    The Lab Technician performs sensory, physical, and chemical tests on finished products to ensure they meet established specifications. This role involves evaluating the Bill of Material (BOM) for completeness and proper documentation, recording test data, maintaining laboratory work lists in the LIMS system, and reporting nonconformance with immediate corrective actions. The technician performs inspections for manufacturing equipment, storage equipment, and sanitation cleaning and participates in check sample programs with outside institutions as well as internal proficiency programs to verify accuracy. Adherence to proper GMPs and GLPs is required, along with the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Additional responsibilities include assisting with Raw Material testing, COA review, COA filing, inspecting Finished Product Packaging, and approving and applying final wrap with automated equipment.

    Responsibilities

    + Perform sensory, physical, and chemical tests on finished products.

    + Evaluate Bill of Material (BOM) for completeness and proper documentation.

    + Record test data and maintain laboratory work list in LIMS system.

    + Report nonconformance with immediate corrective actions.

    + Conduct inspections for manufacturing and storage equipment and sanitation cleaning.

    + Participate in check sample programs and internal proficiency programs.

    + Follow proper GMPs and GLPs.

    + Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

    + Assist with Raw Material testing, COA review, and COA filing.

    + Inspect Finished Product Packaging for correct labels and configurations.

    + Perform wet chemistry product testing and equipment inspections.

    + Conduct procedural audits and check labels.

    + Rotate stations weekly, spending 70% in the laboratory and 30% on the floor.

    Qualifications

    + Bachelor's degree in Food Science/Chemistry or related field or Associates Degree and 2 years experience in a food quality lab.

    + 6-12 months of experience in quality assurance/control/testing.

    + Experience in a laboratory setting, possibly from academic training.

    + Proficiency in wet chemistry.

    + No food allergies, due to tasting requirements.

    + Experience in manufacturing, viscosity, pH, and sample testing.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/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 Arlington Heights,IL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Sep 17, 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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.