Quality Technician

Quality TechnicianWe are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Technician to support product quality and incoming inspections as the company continues to grow. This role will play a critical part in ensuring products meet specifications, fit properly, and function as designed before reaching customers. The ideal candidate enjoys hands-on inspection work, is comfortable using measurement tools, and has experience interpreting drawings, tolerances, and quality requirements in a manufacturing environment.ResponsibilitiesPerform incoming inspections on components and finished products.Use calipers, gauges, go/no-go gauges, and other inspection equipment to verify product conformance.Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and tolerance requirements.Verify fit, form, and function of manufactured components and assemblies.Inspect CNC machined, injection molded, and manufactured parts for defects and dimensional compliance.Document inspection results and communicate quality concerns to engineering and operations teams.Support containment, corrective action, and continuous improvement efforts.Identify recurring quality issues from suppliers and incoming shipments.Assist with product validation and approval processes.Maintain inspection records and quality documentation.Work closely with Engineering and Operations to ensure consistency across a growing product portfolio.Essential SkillsHigh school diploma or technical degree/certificate.5+ years of quality inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.Experience using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision measuring tools.Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and basic GD&T.Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.Comfortable performing hands-on inspections throughout the day.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience inspecting machined components.Experience with injection molded plastic parts.Understanding of go/no-go gauge applications.Familiarity with first article and incoming inspection processes.Exposure to supplier quality or overseas manufacturing environments.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $34.00 - $40.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Chicago, IL.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 2026.