Quality Control Associate

WE ARE HIRING!!! Job Title: Quality Control Associate Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Quality Control Associate to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that our products meet the highest quality standards before reaching our customers. You will play a crucial part in maintaining our reputation as a leading supplier of engineered flexible materials for the global healthcare market. Responsibilities + Check in process and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards. + Conduct precise measurements using a ruler down to 1/64th of an inch. + Review products for adherence to color standards. + Test seal strength to ensure product integrity. + Perform visual inspections and ruler measurements of pouches, ensuring products meet customer specifications as per job orders. + Identify and communicate any quality discrepancies in pouches. + Complete necessary labeling and paperwork for documentation purposes. + Pack finished products in bundles to prepare for shipping. Essential Skills + Proficiency in quality control processes and procedures. + Ability to work in a cleanroom environment and adhere to PPE requirements. + Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. + Experience with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices). + Capability to perform visual inspections and quality control inspections. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Associate's degree or equivalent experience in a quality or lab setting. + Experience in quality control or lab testing; industry experience preferred. + Experience working in fast-paced environments such as production, manufacturing, or food service. + Friendly and reliable with strong attendance and transportation reliability. + Comfortable with repetitive work and sitting for long periods. Work Environment + This is a first-shift position, typically working from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. + Pay: $18/Hr + Onsite Location Near the Itasca, Illinois, Area + Training will take place on first shift for approximately 4-6 weeks during the same hours. + The role is based in a cleanroom and lab environment where personal protective equipment (PPE) and steel-toed shoes are required. The work is team-based, involving close collaboration with coworkers in the lab and production personnel on the production floor. Clients may occasionally visit the facility. A significant portion of the day is spent seated, performing approximately ten measurements per pouch during quality checks alongside about four to five other people in the cleanroom. The position involves working with films, foils, chemicals, and peelable solutions, and requires adherence to strict lab rules, including no fragrances and no phone use in the lab. The organization offers a stable, growth-oriented environment with a strong reputation in the global healthcare packaging market and a culture that supports internal promotion and professional development. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Itasca, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 Itasca,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 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. 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