Quality Control Technician

Quality Control Specialist

This role involves evaluating finished products for quality and acceptability, performing necessary analyses according to product specifications, and maintaining compliance with documentation requirements. The position requires communication with various teams regarding product quality issues and ensuring all analysis results and batch information are properly logged.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate finished products for quality and acceptability.
• Perform necessary analyses in accordance with product specifications.
• Communicate product quality issues to relevant teams including Production Supervisors, Production Managers, QC Manager, and others.
• Log analysis test results and batch information in the I-Series (AS400) and maintain analysis records for documentation compliance.
• Monitor line equipment for functionality, safety, and cleanliness.
• Check metal detectors (CCP), magnets, scales and conduct critical control point and GMP audits.
• Assist in foreign material and product non-conformance investigations.
• Perform batch set-up checks, assist in correcting set-ups, and log discrepancies.
• Place and release products on hold as necessary.
• Reject products and complete rejection forms including root cause and corrective action analysis.
• Check allergen clean out effectiveness as needed.
• Perform Pre-Op audits when necessary, such as when equipment is down for maintenance.
• Conduct production scale checks and lab equipment calibration based on the schedule.
• Collect micro samples and place micro hold products on hold.
• Perform special tasks as assigned and maintain sample area and control sample file.
• Follow all GMPs and Safety Procedures.

Essential Skills

• Experience in food manufacturing quality control.
• Ability to use quality control analysis equipment.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.
• Strong mathematical skills.
• Proficiency in computer and data processing skills.

Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $21.50 - $22.35/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 Chicago, IL.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 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.

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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.