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Quality Assurance Technician
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A Quality Technician inspects products to assure compliance with given standards including durability , functionality, quality, and safety.
$43,588 / year median in Illinois
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Quality Assurance Technician Actalent - 3.5 Addison, IL Job Details Temporary | Temp-to-hire $22.05 an hour 3 days ago Benefits Commuter assistance Health savings account AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Measurement-based inspection Laboratory procedures Rulers Performance testing in mechanical engineering Quality control product testing ISO standards Visual color comparison Leak testing Dimensional inspection Good documentation practices (GDP) Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence Laboratory test results documentation Inspection reporting and documentation Laboratory reports Quality assurance standard operating procedures Print quality checks Laboratory quality control Safety equipment Quality control communication Color matching analysis Safety standard operating procedures Production documentation Quality control records management
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Quality Assurance Technician Job Description The Quality Assurance Technician plays a key role in ensuring that packaging materials and products meet strict quality standards for the healthcare and medical device markets. Working on 2nd shift from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, this position focuses on mechanical testing, visual and dimensional inspections, color matching, and accurate documentation within anISO 9001
laboratory environment that supports a growing, innovation-driven organization. Responsibilities Perform mechanical tests on materials and products to verify compliance with quality and performance specifications. Conduct detailed visual inspections, including taking precise measurements with a ruler to confirm correct dimensions and print placement on packaging. Carry out color matching evaluations to ensure products meet required color standards and appearance criteria. Perform leak tests and tensile testing to assess material integrity, durability, and performance under stress. Use measurement tools, including rulers, to verify that packaging prints are located accurately and consistently on finished products. Identify defects and nonconformities in materials and products during testing and inspection activities. Communicate identified defects and quality concerns clearly and promptly to the production and quality teams. Document all tests performed, inspection results, and defects found in a clear, accurate, and organized manner. Maintain good documentation practices for outputs related to production machines and quality processes. Retrieve samples from the manufacturing floor and transport them to the laboratory multiple times per day, ensuring proper handling and traceability. Stay with samples from start to finish through the testing process to ensure consistency, accuracy, and accountability. Work within anISO 9001
quality environment, following established procedures, standards, and regulatory requirements. Adhere to lab rules and safety protocols, including fragrance-free policies, PPE use, and restrictions on personal devices in the lab. Essential Skills Ability to perform mechanical tests, leak tests, and tensile testing with accuracy and attention to detail. Strong visual inspection skills, including the ability to take precise measurements with a ruler and verify correct print placement on packaging. Capability to perform color matching and accurately distinguish colors for quality assessment. Good documentation skills to record test results, production outputs, and defects in a clear and organized manner. Attention to detail and a careful, methodical approach to quality inspection and quality assurance tasks. Comfort working in a laboratory environment with regular exposure to a manufacturing floor. Ability to walk and stand for extended periods throughout the shift. Willingness to wear required PPE, including steel-toed shoes, and follow all safety protocols. Ability to work effectively on 2nd shift (3:00 PM - 11:00 PM) in a stable and growing business. Capability to work in anISO 9001
environment and follow established quality control procedures. Additional Skills & Qualifications Previous manufacturing experience is beneficial but not required. A degree with no prior experience is acceptable for this role. Manufacturing experience without a degree is also acceptable. Experience with GMP, laboratory work, production environments, quality inspection, quality control, and quality assurance is advantageous. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work. Interest in learning about the broader business and growing into other departments or leadership roles as opportunities arise. Ability to thrive in a friendly, collaborative team environment and communicate effectively with colleagues. Willingness to work in a fragrance-free lab and comply with policies regarding personal devices. Work Environment This role is based primarily in a quality assurance laboratory with regular exposure to the adjacent manufacturing floor. The environment operates underISO 9001
standards and supports the healthcare and medical device industries, with a focus on engineered flexible materials and innovative packaging solutions. The lab is fragrance-free, and phones or personal electronic devices are not allowed inside the lab. Team members frequently walk to and from the production floor to collect samples, and they remain on their feet for much of the shift. Personal protective equipment is required, including steel-toed shoes, which employees purchase themselves and may be eligible for reimbursement after conversion. The atmosphere is friendly and collaborative, with a stable business that invests in employees, promotes from within, and offers opportunities to grow into different departments and leadership positions. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Addison, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $22.05 - $22.05/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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 Addison,IL.