Job Description
As a Quality Inspector in our lab, you will evaluate color for textiles, making approvals and rejections for production lots based on color quality. You will establish color tolerances and conduct visual assessments to ensure products meet pre-approved standards.
Responsibilities
Receive and gather production samples for evaluation.Articulate and communicate color decisions (pass/fail) and reasons for them.Maintain records and input comments into Excel spreadsheets.Communicate effectively with other lab technicians and quality control inspectors.Essential Skills
Color acuity and quality control expertise.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data entry.Experience in inspections and laboratory settings.Additional Skills & Qualifications
Must pass the Farnworth Munsell 100 Hue Test with a Superior rating (a score of less than 16).Comfortable working in a lab environment.Superior written and verbal communication skills.Work Environment
The position operates during first shift hours, from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. The work environment is friendly and community-oriented, with opportunities for growth within the organization. The lab is part of a niche industry in color and textiles, and employees are encouraged to move into other roles. The dress code is casual, and you will report to the Color Standards Manager and QA Manager.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Carlstadt, New Jersey.
This position is moving extremely fast as this is an urgent need for the client. If interested, please send over your most up to date resume to ktrivigno @astoncarter.com along with your availability for a 10-minute phone call.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00/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 Carlstadt,NJ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 19, 2025.
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