Quality Control Technician

at Actalent in DeKalb, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Job Description:

+ Support production with food safety and quality related troubleshooting

+ Train and coach employees on GMP, HACCP, food safety and food quality standards

+ Participate in internal quality audits

+ File and follow up on vendor complaints

+ Manage and contain non-conforming product

+ Maintain and improve HACCP and production records

+ Calibrate equipment to ensure food safety and product quality

+ Implement USDA, FDA, and relevant international regulatory and customer compliance

+ Conduct sensory evaluation of products and ingredients

+ Conduct swab testing on production surfaces

+ Project work

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

+ Bachelors degree in Food Science, Chemistry or Biology or related science degree

+ Previous experience in the food industry is a plus

+ Knowledge of food safety programs, i.e. HACCP, Preventive Controls and GMPs is preferred, but not required

+ Microsoft Excel

+ Strong Communication skills

+ Bilingual English and Spanish is a plus, not required

WHY ACTALENT?

+ Work with a dedicated career partner specialized in your skill set

+ We advocate on your behalf so you get what you want and need out of your job

+ Get performance feedback, career advice, and access to ongoing professional development tools

+ Build your career and learn new skills through projects as diverse as your curiosity

+ You are eligible for benefits and competitive wages that are paid weekly

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.

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.