Quality Control Technician

Responsibilities

• Receive and gather production samples for color evaluation in a timely and organized manner.
• Perform visual assessments of textile samples to determine whether they meet pre-approved color standards and tolerances.
• Establish and apply appropriate color tolerances when evaluating production lots.
• Made clear pass or fail decisions on production lots based on color quality and adherence to standards.
• Articulate and communicate color decisions, including the reasons for approvals or rejections, to relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records of all evaluations and decisions, ensuring traceability and compliance with quality procedures.
• Input comments, results, and evaluation details into Excel spreadsheets and other data entry systems.
• Work alongside the quality control laboratory team using a benchtop spectrophotometer to confirm that quality control requirements are achieved.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with other lab technicians and quality control inspectors to support consistent color quality.
• Support continuous improvement of color evaluation processes by providing feedback and observations from daily lab work.

Essential Skills

• Strong color acuity and the ability to distinguish subtle differences in color.
• Ability to pass the Farnsworth-Munsell 100 Hue Test with a superior rating (score less than 16).
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including entering and updating data accurately.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills for documenting and explaining color decisions.
• Experience or familiarity with quality control and inspection processes.
• Attention to detail and accuracy when performing visual assessments and recording results.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a quality control laboratory environment.
• Familiarity with benchtop spectrophotometers or other color measurement instruments.
• Experience or coursework in chemistry, textiles, or related laboratory sciences.
• Experience with Excel data entry, including maintaining organized and accurate records.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with lab technicians and inspectors.
• Interest in color science, textiles, or niche industries related to color and materials.

Work Environment

This position is based in a laboratory environment focused on color evaluation for textiles. The role operates on a first-shift schedule, typically from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The technician works closely with other lab technicians and quality control inspectors, using tools such as a benchtop spectrophotometer and Excel-based data entry systems. The work environment is described as very friendly and kind, with a strong sense of community and collaboration.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. 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 for other accommodation options.