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Actalent Quality Control Technician in WAUKESHA, Wisconsin
Job Title: Quality Control TechnicianJob Description
We are seeking a diligent Quality Control Technician to conduct QC testing on the production floor. This role involves performing metal detection checks, leak tests, and percentage tests, alongside executing line audits hourly on each production line. The technician will also perform basic tests such as moisture, salt, and fat content using automated testing equipment. Daily documentation of numbers and tests, in both paper and computer forms, is essential.
Responsibilities
Conduct QC testing on the production floor, including metal detection checks, leak tests, and percentage tests.
Perform hourly line audits on each production line, including 1st piece, in-process, and final inspections/QC tests.
Calculate percentages of materials and total ounces accurately.
Perform basic automated testing for moisture, salt, and fat content.
Document daily numbers and tests in both paper and computer form.
Collaborate with production personnel to perform QC checks and correct any errors.
Essential Skills
Understanding of quality control processes in manufacturing.
Familiarity with food quality processes.
Ability to perform basic math calculations, including percentages.
Experience with quality, food quality, GMP, line audits, and quality assurance processes.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
High school diploma, HSED, or GED.
1+ years of experience in Food Quality Control, including HACCP.
Proficiency in percentage calculations (e.g., 60% of 12 ounces = 7.2 ounces).
Work Environment
This position is within a smaller food manufacturing company that produces large volumes of products for major customers like CVS and Costco. The company is expanding its customer base and has a new pasteurization facility, offering opportunities for growth. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend shifts during busy seasons. Employees are cross-trained in all aspects of the quality department, ensuring a dynamic work environment. Benefits include health, dental, and vision coverage, along with yearly pay raises. The company offers a stable business environment with opportunities for career advancement.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of WAUKESHA, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $41600.00 - $45760.00/yr.
family-owned company, growth opportunities within, overtime opportunities
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in WAUKESHA,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 5, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.