Quality Assurance Checker

Quality Inspector

The Quality Inspector monitors food products and production processes to ensure they consistently meet company quality standards and regulatory food safety requirements. This role works directly on the production floor, performing inspections, measurements, and documentation to identify defects, verify compliance with procedures, and support a safe, clean, and efficient manufacturing environment.

Inspect food products during production to ensure they meet established company quality and food safety standards.

Continuously monitor production lines and visually inspect products for defects, contamination, or other quality issues.

Measure and record key safety parameters such as product and equipment temperatures, chlorine levels, pH, and other critical control points.

Verify that equipment and work areas are properly cleaned and sanitized before and after production runs.

Operate and monitor quality tools and equipment, including thermometers, scales, metal detectors, and ATP testing devices.

Accurately complete forms, logs, and documentation related to food safety checks, quality inspections, and production records.

Enforce and promote basic food safety rules, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), hygiene standards, and cleanliness requirements.

Place products on hold when they do not meet quality or safety standards and promptly report issues to supervisors or quality leadership.

Collaborate closely with production, sanitation, and quality assurance teams to address issues, improve processes, and maintain consistent product quality.

Support general production and inspection activities as needed in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

High School Diploma or equivalent.

At least 2 years of experience in a food manufacturing environment.

Hands-on experience with quality inspection in a production or manufacturing setting.

Ability to perform visual inspection of products for defects and nonconformities.

Experience working with metal detectors and other food safety inspection tools.

Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and basic food safety principles.

Ability to accurately measure and record temperatures, chlorine levels, pH, and other safety-related data.

Comfort working in a fast-paced, production-driven environment on or near the production floor.

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (810 hours) during a shift.

Must not be sensitive to food allergens in the production environment.

Knowledge using thermometers, scales, metal detectors, and ATP testing devices in a food production setting.

Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving quality issues.

Effective communication skills to work closely with production, sanitation, and QA teams.

Ability to follow written procedures, safety guidelines, and quality standards consistently.

Comfort working around food processing equipment and production lines in hot, wet, or refrigerated areas.

Employees benefit from a direct placement opportunity with access to comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and company-paid life insurance. The organization promotes a stable, long-term work environment where employees can grow their skills in food manufacturing and quality assurance. The role operates in a hands-on, fast-paced, and production-driven food manufacturing facility, with most work performed directly on or near the production floor. Team members stand and walk for most of the shift, typically 810 hours, while working around food processing equipment and moving production lines. The facility can be loud at times, consistent with a typical manufacturing setting. Personal protective equipment (PPE), such as hair nets, gloves, and coats, must be worn at all times to maintain food safety and personal safety.

Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Chicago, IL.

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.

medical, dental, vision, 401k

Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Chicago, IL.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Nov 3, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.