Quality Assurance Technician

Job Description

SURESTAFF 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 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 activities
• Verifies HACCP records and critical control points and perform plant GMP and sanitation audits.
• Perform daily pre-operational inspections of production areas
• Assist in performing ATP testing after cleaning on product contact surfaces
• Assist in performing peanut allergen and milk allergen testing on product contact surfaces
• Assist in performing environmental swabbing and other microbiological analysis
• Perform finished product weight checks hourly
• Assist in entering daily entering of production results in computer
• Maintains food safety and quality files
• Perform weekly calibration of scales
• Perform 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 / concerns

Required 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 Surestaff At 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 opportunities
• Competitive pay
• Health and Wellness Programs (including EAP)
• Medical benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescriptions
• Electronic weekly pay
• Employee Advocacy & Personalized Job Support

Surestaff also follows all applicable state and local laws regarding sick time, paid time off, and retirement savings programs. Surestaff is an equal opportunity employer. Notice Regarding the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Employment DecisionsIn accordance with state mandates, we are providing this notice to inform all applicants and employees that artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used at various stages of our employment processes. This may include recruitment, screening, hiring, promotion, or other employment-related evaluations.AI tools may assist in reviewing application materials, assessing qualifications, or supporting decision-making. These tools do not replace human judgment; rather, they are used to support consistent and efficient evaluation.Our commitment to speed-to-hire means we work efficiently to get you placed in the right role, fast. If you're ready to take control of your career, explore exciting opportunities, and gain experience that lasts, then Surestaff is the place for you. Let's get started today!


Meet Your Recruiter

Maria Velazquez
Corporate Recruiter