Quality Control Technician, 1st Shift - Forest Park, IL

Job Description Position: Quality Control Technician. Work location: Forest Park, Illinois (On-site). Hours: 4:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Must be able to work overtime, varying start and end times, and weekends as needed. Responsibilities Responsible for daily paperwork (tracking, issuing deviations, filing, etc.) and computer entry. Assist with setting up and preparing for the Product Evaluation System Meeting (PES), Quality Assurance Review (QAR), reviewing and sampling of product from the facility. Review film, cartons, and cases for accuracy from incoming material shipments and document findings in system. Complete verification/calibration of lab equipment such as thermometers, moisture analyzer, and package leak detectors. Collect environmental, validation, and allergen swabs as needed. Prepare samples for shipping or courier pick‑up. Use good time‑management and decision‑making skills to assist key personnel in resolving or minimizing out‑of‑specification conditions and foreign‑substance contamination of raw materials, in‑process and finished products through observation, identification, notification, documentation, isolation, audit, and disposition. Conduct assists and coordinate data collection for corporate projects, special projects, trials, or studies as required. Assist in development, implementation, and monitoring of ongoing food safety programs. Maintain various Food Safety (Sanitation, Quality, Pest Control, HACCP) data, manuals, documents, and files. Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Safety practices and HACCP procedures. Properly complete all HACCP and quality check documents. Attend all required plant/team meetings and training sessions. Keep work area clean and orderly at all times. Aid in maintaining and monitoring Hold and Release Program. Minimum Education Required High School or GED. Job Category Technician. Skills and Experience Strength in following detailed instructions. Ability to read, write and understand English. Effective communication, interpersonal, technical, and problem‑solving skills. Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and handle multiple priorities. Collaborate and work in a team environment. Advanced knowledge of quality equipment. 2 years of previous related experience in a food manufacturing setting. Operational understanding of manufacturing processes. Demonstrated ability to operate machinery. Mechanical aptitude. Solid computer skills in Microsoft Office; SAP experience preferred. College courses in Sciences preferred. Benefits and Compensation Compensation: $27 hourly. Health insurance. Dental insurance. 401(k) plan. Paid time off (PTO). Potential annual bonus based on company performance. #J-18808-Ljbffr VetJobs