Quality Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: 3rd Shift Quality Technician

Job Description

As a Quality Technician, you will be responsible for testing finished products during and after production, as well as conducting warehouse inspections. You will utilize your knowledge of manufacturing specifications, product testing equipment, and equipment calibration to ensure quality standards are met. The role requires proficiency in reading close tolerance gauges, meters, and tape measures.

Responsibilities

• Facer sampling
• Perform various types of testing, including foam core density, dimensional stability, cold box, facer peel (adhesion)
• Conduct attribute testing for aesthetics
• Input data into the quality assurance database/SAP and SAPI system
• Conduct factor tests and warehouse unit inspections
• Write up and utilize T3P's
• Maintain housekeeping of the plant inside and out
• Assist in training new team members
• Monitor and understand the Mahlo system
• Fill in other areas of the plant as required

Essential Skills

• Previous experience in quality testing (2+ years)
• Strong knowledge of computer systems and office equipment
• Proficiency with measurement gauges including calipers, tape measures, scales, thermal conductivity machines, various thickness measurement devices, and freezer temperature probes
• Knowledge of manufacturing/processing specifications and quality standards for products
• Experience with product test equipment operation
• Knowledge of safety aspects of equipment and plant safety policies
• Understanding of the consequences of sending incorrect/defective products
• Forklift certification required

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and adapt
• Understanding of non-conforming product protocols
• Experience with defect tracking and calibration

Why Work Here?

Enjoy comprehensive benefits including traditional dental, vision, and life insurance, with 100% coverage for short/long term insurance. Benefit from a 401K plan with up to 5% matching and access to supplemental insurance for life and medical needs. Participate in a great wellness program. Benefit from an average employee tenure of 15 years, reflecting a stable and supportive work environment. Take advantage of continued education opportunities, with up to 75% tuition reimbursement for approved courses. Join a dedicated and hardworking team.

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing and warehouse environment with over 75 employees working between the office and production floor. The facility features sit-down forklifts and various machines including saws and slitters. It is an open-door facility with trucks frequently loading and unloading products. Candidates should be comfortable working in varying temperatures, from hot summers to cold winters. The role involves exposure to ambient temperatures, nuisance dust, chemicals, mechanical parts, pinch points, and noise from industrial machinery.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Franklin Park, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/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 Franklin Park,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.