Quality Assurance Technician

Job Description The Quality Assurance Technician plays a key role in ensuring that products consistently meet strict quality and food safety standards. In this role, you perform wet chemistry tests such as viscosity, salt content, and color checks, conduct allergen and environmental swabs, and verify that each batch meets defined specifications. You accurately document results in a quality database, support product holds and raw material handling, and communicate findings to supervisors and leadership to maintain high-quality, premium food products. Responsibilities Perform wet chemistry testing on products, including viscosity, salt content, and color measurements, to confirm they meet product specifications. Conduct allergen testing and environmental swabs in production areas to support food safety and sanitation programs. Verify that each production batch meets established quality standards and place products on hold when results fall outside specifications. Handle and test raw materials to ensure they meet incoming quality requirements before use in production. Accurately enter test results and quality data into the food safety programs and databases in a timely manner. Prepare and complete end-of-shift reports that summarize test results, product holds, and any quality or food safety issues. Communicate test results, non-conformances, and trends clearly to supervisors, managers, and other team members. Work closely with production and quality teams to support continuous improvement in product quality and process efficiency. Follow established laboratory procedures, food safety protocols, and documentation standards at all times. Assist with general laboratory duties, including maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area. Train on first shift for approximately one month to learn procedures, equipment, and quality standards before transitioning to second shift. Adapt to changing production needs, including supporting additional testing or tasks during busy seasons. Qualifications Minimum of 1 year of experience in a quality control laboratory environment Working knowledge of wet chemistry testing techniques Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Matteson, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/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 Matteson,IL.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.