Quality Control Technician

Job Title : Quality Control Technician

Job Description

As a Quality Control Technician, you will perform essential testing within a production lab, focusing on wet chemistry testing, gas chromatography (GC) testing, viscosity, and color testing. Your work will primarily involve final product testing release, and you will have the opportunity to cross-train across different product lines and labs to support diverse company needs.

Responsibilities

Conduct wet chemistry testing, titration, and GC testing to ensure quality control.

Perform specific tests such as viscosity, loss on heating (LOH), specific gravity, and melting point.

Handle testing of a variety of products, including rubber tire additives, oil additives, and chlorine-based products.

Operate auto titrators and perform visual color testing.

Input samples and test results into Sample Manager and ensure final results are recorded in SAP.

Train on and execute highly specific tests, ensuring accuracy in all processes.

Essential Skills

Experience in a lab environment with a focus on analytical chemistry.

Proficiency in gas chromatography and basic wet chemistry procedures.

Ability to perform titrations and manage quality control processes.

Experience in troubleshooting within a laboratory setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience; at least 1-3 years of lab experience is preferred.

Experience in any industry related to pharma or chemical sectors is advantageous.

Experience in chemical industry wet chemistry testing is beneficial.

Willingness to learn and adapt to new standards and procedures.

Work Environment

The work environment is a production lab setting with a variety of substances, including oily materials. The lab is divided into different sections, offering a dynamic atmosphere for learning and skill growth. While the facility is well-maintained, it is not a pharmaceutical-grade cleanroom. Strong smells are present, and uniforms are provided. The lab is equipped with both new and older technology, offering a broad scope of experience.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sauget, Illinois.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $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 Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sauget,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.