Quality Control Laboratory Technician

This role involves working in a laboratory environment to conduct inspections and quality tests on various products including batches of ink, incoming raw materials, aqueous coatings, UV coatings, and pressroom chemistry products. Daily interaction and communication with operations and technical employees are essential aspects of this position.

Responsibilities

• Test random samples from production batches of UV and Water-based Inks, Coatings, and Adhesives, and recommend adjustments according to Quality Standards.
• Inspect raw materials to support purchase decisions and help reduce quality variability.
• Follow testing procedures outlined in the Quality Manual and suggest improvements.
• Evaluate performance of new formulas and inspection plans, collaborating with formulators and operations teams for improvement.
• Document and record quality control test results for raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods.
• Support resolution of quality complaints, both internally and externally.
• Follow safety guidelines and maintain a tidy and safe workspace.
• Perform additional tasks or responsibilities as assigned by the company or direct supervisor.

• Proficiency in Chemistry and Analytical Testing.
• Experience with Coatings, Color, Ink, and Quality control.
• Knowledge of UV-Vis, titration, and wet chemistry techniques.

• 2-year Associate's or 4-year Bachelor's Degree in a Science-related field is required.
• Applicants with extensive inks/coatings experience will be considered.
• Ability to distinguish color nuances is important.
• Open to candidates with a Chemistry degree or equivalent work experience.
• Biology degrees will also be considered.

The role is based in a chemical laboratory environment where lab coats may get dirty with inks. You will be working alongside other lab technicians in a lab separate from the production line. The position may require flexibility to work on the 2nd shift, although training will initially occur on the 1st shift for several months.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Kings Mountain, North Carolina.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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 Kings Mountain,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 29, 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.

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