• QC Tech

    Actalent (Northbrook, IL)


    Job Title: Quality Control Technician

    Job Description

    As a Quality Control Technician, you will be responsible for analyzing raw materials and production materials to ensure compliance with established specifications. This role requires the ability to solve quality non-conformance issues and involves more than just routine quality testing. You will run product testing, utilize technical skills to troubleshoot issues, and engage in research and critical thinking to ensure product quality.

    Responsibilities

    + Approve raw materials and finished goods for use.

    + Determine physical values of materials and ensure chromatographic compliance as detailed in the Quality Control procedural manual.

    + Conduct tests including pH, specific gravity, refractory, titrations, GC, micro plating, and sensory quality testing such as smell and taste.

    + Report discrepancies to the Quality Control Manager and assist in determining the origin of issues.

    + Calibrate instrumentation and perform preventative maintenance of instruments as detailed in technical manuals.

    + Adhere to safety guidelines within the workplace.

    Essential Skills

    + 1-3 years of Quality Control experience within the flavors, fragrances, food, or similar industry.

    + Technical ability to operate GC and perform maintenance of laboratory instrumentation.

    + Strong understanding of chemistry and mixing of chemicals.

    + Organizational skills and collaborative nature.

    + Open-mindedness, problem solving, and creativity.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Degree in Chemistry, Food Science, or related field.

    + Experience with wet chemistry, color matching, and biochemistry.

    + Familiarity with GMP standards and lab 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 Jan 2, 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 due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.