Job Title: Quality Control TechnicianJob Description As a Quality Control Technician, you will be responsible for performing inspection and testing activities to ensure production materials and finished products meet established quality standards. Working under the supervision of the QC Lab Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining the quality and accuracy of our processes while following documented procedures. Responsibilities + Perform analytical testing using auto-titrators, Gas Chromatography (GC), FTIR, NIR, refractometers, and spectrophotometers to verify that materials meet specified requirements. + Conduct inspection and testing activities to ensure both production materials and finished products comply with quality standards. + Analyze and approve incoming raw materials for production, preparing Certificates of Analysis (COAs) and packaging samples for customer evaluations. + Troubleshoot and address out-of-specification results and non-conformities, working closely with lab management. + Follow documented procedures for the control, calibration, and maintenance of inspection, measuring, and test equipment to ensure accuracy. + Prepare reagents, solutions, and standardized normal solutions used in testing and inspection activities. + Adhere to company policies regarding quality, safety, health, environmental, and security systems to ensure compliance with internal and regulatory standards. + Utilize Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and Access to manage testing data and communicate results. Essential Skills + Bachelors in Chemistry or related field + Heavy coursework in analytical chemistry + Experience with analytical testing utilizing auto-titrators, GC, FTIR, NIR, refractometer, and spectrophotometer + Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and Access Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with HPLC, Validation, and Method Development + Organizational and prioritizing skills + Good laboratory practices + Computer data entry skills + Safe handling of laboratory reagents + Attention to detail + Associate or B.S. degree in chemistry or related field + 3-5 years of quality control or laboratory experience Work Environment You will be working directly in a lab, reporting to the QC Manager and R&D manager. The lab is a decent size and equipped with a variety of instrumentation including GCs and NIR equipment. The work environment is family-oriented and team-focused, with flexibility around personal needs. The company values its employees and offers great opportunities to get involved in R&D. The shift for this role is from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM, with training on the first shift. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $29.25 - $29.25 • 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 Janesville,WI. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Dec 26, 2024. 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. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are 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 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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.