Quality Control Laboratory Technician
Company: Actalent
Location: Kings Mountain
Posted on: February 20, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description This Quality Control Lab
Technician is responsible for working in a laboratory environment
and performing inspections and quality tests on batches of ink,
incoming raw materials, aqueous coatings, UV coatings, pressroom
chemistry products, and other associated materials. This position
must communicate and interact daily with the operations and
technical employees. Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities: •
Test random samples from production batches/lots of UV and Water
based Inks, Coatings and Adhesives and recommend adjustments
according to the company Quality Standards. • Inspection of raw
materials to support purchase decisions and to help reducing
quality variability. • Follow the testing procedures outlined in
the Quality Manual and suggest improvements. • Evaluate performance
of new formulas and inspection plans and work with the formulators
and the operations group on their improvement. • Document and
record quality control test results for raw materials,
intermediates and finished goods. • Support the resolution of
quality complaints generated internally and externally. • Follow
safety guidelines. • Maintain a tidy and safe workspace. • Any
additional tasks or responsibilities assigned by the company or
direct supervisor. Skills Chemistry, Quality control, uv vis,
uv-vis, titration, wet chemistry Top Skills Details Chemistry
Additional Skills & Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: 2 year
Associates Degree or 4 year Bachelor’s Degree in Science related
field required. Applicants with extensive inks/coatings experience
will be considered. Ability to distinguish color nuances will be
required. Ideally will have a chemistry degree or equivalent work
experience. They are open to Biology degrees as well (Rhiannon the
hiring manager has a biology degree not a chem degree). Experience
Level Entry Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract position
based out of Kings Mountain, NC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for
this position is $22.00 - $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 Feb 28, 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. 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. If you would like to request a reasonable
accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job
application process or interviewing due to a disability, please
email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other
accommodation options.
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