Document Control Specialist

Job Title:

Document Control Specialist

We are seeking a detail‑oriented Documentation Specialist to support controlled document clarification and standardization on a contract basis. This role involves working independently within established guidelines while having access to a supportive team for questions and technical review. The ideal candidate brings foundational technical training and hands‑on experience in creating or revising controlled documentation in a regulated supply chain, product development, or manufacturing setting.

• Update and improve Device Master Record (DMR) documentation to enhance clarity, consistency, and usability while maintaining regulatory compliance for Class I medical devices.
• Create and revise controlled technical documentation, including design documents, specifications, and change orders.
• Ensure accuracy, traceability, and completeness under engineering direction and quality system requirements. Documentation includes BOMs, finished goods specifications, part specifications, firmware specifications, and commodity labeling.
• Review existing technical documents to identify gaps, inconsistencies, and areas for clarification or standardization, supporting updates through formal change control.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, supply chain, and other stakeholders to clarify requirements and ensure completeness.
• Follow applicable design control workflows and documentation standards within a regulated environment.
• Support continuous improvement of DMRs and purchasing control documentation to enhance consistency and operational efficiency.

• Experience in document control and technical documentation within a regulated industry.
• Proficiency in managing Engineering Change Orders and Engineering Change Requests.
• Familiarity with ISO standards and medical device regulations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field is preferred.
• 1+ years of experience generating controlled technical documentation in a regulated industry, including internships, contracts, or full‑time roles.
• Alternatively, an Associate degree in any field with 3+ years of relevant experience in generating controlled documentation in a regulated industry.

The role is situated within a smaller team environment with some light manufacturing done on‑site. Candidates must be able to work independently but also thrive within a team.

This is a Contract position based out of La Grange, IL.

The pay range for this position is $32.00 – $33.00/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)

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.

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