Quality Assurance Technician

Quality Assurance TechnicianSurestaff is immediately hiring for a detail-oriented Quality Assurance Technician for a company in Niles, IL. A successful Quality Assurance Technician will be responsible for ensuring that products, materials, and processes meet established quality standards and regulatory requirements. In addition, they will conduct inspections, perform testing, document findings, and work closely with production teams to identify and resolve quality issues. Surestaff is invested in their team members! All temp-to-hire employees are offered competitive compensation ($17-$17.50/hr.) as well as a benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental, and vision). Generous referral bonuses are available upon hire.Available shifts include:1st Shift 7:00 am - 5:30 pm.2nd Shift 5:30 pm - 3:00 am.Overtime is available on a first come, first serve basis.Responsibilities of the Quality Control Technician:Assists the QA Manager with completing daily food safety and quality activitiesVerifies HACCP records and critical control points and perform plant GMP and sanitation audits.Perform daily pre-operational inspections of production areasAssist in performing ATP testing after cleaning on product contact surfacesAssist in performing peanut allergen and milk allergen testing on product contact surfacesAssist in performing environmental swabbing and other microbiological analysisPerform finished product weight checks hourlyAssist in entering daily entering of production results in computerMaintains food safety and quality filesPerform weekly calibration of scalesPerform quality tests and measurements using appropriate tools and equipment.Monitor production processes to ensure compliance with company quality standards.Authority to stop the line for any Food Safety or Quality issues / concernsRequired Qualifications of the Quality Control Technician:High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree in Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Engineering, or a related field preferred.Previous experience in quality assurance, quality control, manufacturing, or a related environment preferred.Knowledge of quality management systems (QMS) and quality standards.Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.Excellent communication and documentation skills.Familiarity with GMP, HACCP, or other industry-specific standards.Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action processes.Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) techniques.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.About SurestaffAt Surestaff, we are dedicated to helping individuals unlock their career potential through meaningful job opportunities. As a leading staffing agency in the light industrial and manufacturing space, we pride ourselves on connecting talent with top employers across the Midwest and Southeast. We understand that finding the right job is about more than just a paycheck – it's about finding the opportunity that fits your skills, goals, and lifestyle. Here are the benefits you’ll enjoy when you partner with us:Access to a wide range of job opportunitiesCompetitive payHealth and Wellness Programs (including EAP)Medical benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescriptionsElectronic weekly payEmployee Advocacy & Personalized Job SupportSurestaff also follows all applicable state and local laws regarding sick time, paid time off, and retirement savings programs. Surestaff is an equal opportunity employer.