Quality Control Laboratory Technician

What Youll Do

As a QC Lab Technician, youll be responsible for:

• Conducting quality tests on production batches of UV and water-based inks, coatings, and adhesives.
• Inspecting incoming raw materials to support purchasing and reduce variability.
• Following and improving testing procedures outlined in our Quality Manual.
• Collaborating with formulators and operations teams to evaluate and enhance new formulas and inspection plans.
• Documenting and recording test results for raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods.
• Assisting in resolving internal and external quality complaints.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized lab environment.
• Performing additional tasks as assigned by your supervisor.

Required:

• Associates or Bachelors degree in a science-related field (Chemistry or Biology preferred).
• Strong understanding of chemistry and analytical testing methods.
• Ability to distinguish subtle color differences.

Preferred:

• Experience with inks, coatings, or related materials.
• Familiarity with UV-Vis spectroscopy, titration, and wet chemistry techniques.

Youll be working in a dynamic chemical laboratoryexpect a hands-on, practical setting where lab coats may get a little messy. The lab is separate from the production floor and shared with a team of dedicated technicians.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $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 Gastonia,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 23, 2025.

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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