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Actalent Quality/Blending Technician in Huntington, Indiana
HIRING NOW: Quality/Blending Technician
Join a growing manufacturing team where you’ll play a key role in producing high‑quality products and ensuring they meet customer expectations. This hands‑on position combines blending, testing, and quality assurance—ideal for someone who enjoys both lab work and production support.
Position Summary
The Quality/Blending Technician is responsible for batching, mixing, testing, and verifying product quality for both customer orders and internal manufacturing needs. You’ll work closely with technical, production, and sales teams to ensure products meet strict quality and performance standards.
Key ResponsibilitiesBlending & Production Support
Batch, mix, and blend products according to specifications
Weigh, measure, and load raw materials into production equipment
Monitor blends for consistency, viscosity, and proper performance
Support manufacturing areas as needed
Quality Testing & Verification
Sample, test, and approve incoming raw materials and finished products
Perform routine and advanced quality tests (appearance, specific gravity, pH, refractive index, coating weight, adhesion)
Conduct panel tests for corrosion resistance and coating performance
Prepare internal lab samples and maintain retains inventory and rotation schedules
Generate Certificates of Analysis (COAs) and maintain accurate QA documentation
Ensure adherence to quality standards, SOPs, and customer requirements
Technical & Cross‑Functional Support
Assist chemists and technical staff with special projects
Support sales initiatives and customer‑driven testing projects
Participate in continuous improvement and quality system enhancements
Essential Skills
Quality control & quality assurance
Laboratory testing & documentation
Blending, mixing, or batching experience
QC analysis and data recording
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures
Preferred Background & Qualifications
High School Diploma required
Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field is a plus
1–3 years of experience in a GMP or quality-focused manufacturing environment
Prior experience with blending, mixing, or chemical handling preferred
Work Environment
This position operates in a manufacturing environment working with metalworking fluids, lubricants, and coolants.
Schedule
- Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Environment & Growth
Small, supportive team environment
Independent work expected after training
Company is expanding into a newly renovated facility
Opportunity to help build new SOPs and shape quality processes
Hands-on exposure to quality testing, production support, and technical projects
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Huntington, IN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $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 Huntington,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 10, 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 (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.