Quality Assurance Specialist

Job Overview Nosco is looking for a Quality Specialist on second shift at our Bridgeview, IL facility. Responsibilities Support the achievement of the annual quality performance metrics established specific to Formal Complaints, Total Complaints and Customer Rejection Cost by routinely engaging in GEMBA activities in manufacturing. Take ownership for the release of manufactured product by performing the final QA / QC release activities including batch review, generation of customer documentation and ERP transactional release of inventory. Generate all customer-facing documentation, generate color standards, and maintain the color standard library. As directed by the QA Manager or Quality Engineer, facilitate and/or oversee the root cause / corrective action investigation process associated with internal, external and supplier related non-conformances in compliance with Quality System procedures. This includes drafting customer responses as required. Perform appropriate QA follow‑up and verification activities associated with Corrective and Preventive action plans that result from the various Nosco Quality System programs including NCR’s, SCAR’s, CAPAR’s, internal audits, customer audits, supplier audits and PQM’s. Support the achievement of a high level of compliance to the Quality Management System Program. Support 2-3 measurable process improvement projects annually. Qualifications Minimum high school graduate required, with further education/degree preferred or equivalent industry exposure and experience. Technical quality system and manufacturing experience is helpful, especially in a printing / packaging environment. Ability to lead and influence employees, which includes engaging team members to gain buy‑in, fostering open and truthful dialogue, treating people professionally, consistently and with respect, and establishing high expectations. Must meet the following physical requirements: Ability to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time. Must be able to regularly lift 15 pounds and occasionally lift up to 40 pounds. Work at a computer for extended periods of time and have manual dexterity for computer work. Long periods of concentration. Speaking, hearing and vision are also essential to performing job functions. Benefits Salary is $21.00 - $25.00 per hour. In addition to compensation, employees receive a full range of medical, dental and vision benefits including HSA/FSA/HCA. Eligible employees may enroll in a 401(k) retirement savings plan, and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan is also available for eligible employees. Additional benefits include fully paid term life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short‑term and long‑term disability, well‑being programs, paid parental leave, education assistance, and discount programs with participating partners. Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays are provided in accordance with relevant state law and company policies. Additional Information Company: NOS – Nosco, Inc., a 100% employee owned subsidiary of Holden Industries, Inc., located at Nosco Bridgeview, IL. Remote position: No. EEO Statement: Equal Employment Opportunity is the law. Contact: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr