Color QC Technician: Coatings & Color Science

Actalent; Batavia (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and R

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA (Health Spending Account)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Quality Control Color Specialist in Batavia, IL to join our coatings technology team. You will ensure appearance, performance, and quality of aerospace-grade coatings, working alongside chemists and production staff in a hands-on role.

You'll develop expertise in color science, spectrophotometer operation, and data analysis, contributing to continuous improvement and manufacturing excellence across demanding industries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the sciences with chemistry lab experience (undergraduate research, internships, academia, etc.).
• High school diploma and previous quality lab testing experience.
• Ability to manipulate QC data in Excel and Access databases.
• Excellent color vision.
• Excellent math skills including metric to standard conversions.
• Superb written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook), ERP system and other office machinery.
• Willing to work in a team environment and contribute to group goals.
• Excellent team building and communications skills.
• Ability to receive and provide instructions in a positive manner.
• Must be detail oriented with the ability to multi‑task.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate color, gloss, and appearance standards.
• Use advanced color measurement equipment.
• Create and review sample panels.
• Perform laboratory quality testing.
• Partner with chemists to resolve technical challenges.
• Make data‑driven adjustments that improve product quality.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives throughout the facility.

Skills

Color data manipulation

Excel & Access proficiency

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in sciences with chemistry lab experience

High school diploma with quality lab testing experience

Tools

Excel

Access databases

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Quality Control Color Specialist in Batavia, IL to join our coatings technology team. You will ensure appearance, performance, and quality of aerospace-grade coatings, working alongside chemists and production staff in a hands-on role.

You'll develop expertise in color science, spectrophotometer operation, and data analysis, contributing to continuous improvement and manufacturing excellence across demanding industries.