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Actalent Quality Control Technician in Fords, New Jersey

Job Title: Quality Control TechnicianJob Description

We are seeking a dedicated Quality Control Technician to perform routine testing on fatty acids and alcohols in a laboratory setting. This role involves 70% wet chemistry lab work and 30% instrumentation. The technician will be responsible for testing and approving incoming raw materials, in-process samples, and outgoing samples, including tests such as gas chromatography, flash point, and titration.

Responsibilities

  • Perform quality testing on fatty acids and alcohols.

  • Conduct 70% of work in wet chemistry lab and 30% with instrumentation.

  • Test and approve incoming raw materials.

  • Perform testing on in-process samples.

  • Conduct testing on outgoing samples using techniques such as gas chromatography, flash point, and titration.

Essential Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.

  • Knowledge of wet chemistry and instrumentation.

  • Experience working in a laboratory environment (academic experience is acceptable).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Reliable transportation.

  • Ability to work rotating shifts.

Work Environment

The position is based in a lab environment with a team of four other people. The work schedule involves rotating shifts: 6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm, and 10pm-6am. An 8-week training cycle is provided. Our workplace offers a great benefits package, a competitive compensation plan upon becoming permanent, and the opportunity to work on a variety of samples in industries such as A&D, oil/gas, specialty chemicals, and jet fuel, ensuring a steady industry presence.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $27.00/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 Fords,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 8, 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.

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.

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