Quality Control Laboratory Technician
About the Role
Join a growing manufacturing team where you'll perform quality testing, analyze results, and help ensure products meet the highest standards.
Responsibilities
- Test raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products
- Document and analyze quality data
- Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment
- Investigate quality issues and support corrective actions
- Prepare samples for internal and external testing
- Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards
Requirements
- 1+ year of quality control lab experience
- Manufacturing experience preferred
- Basic chemistry knowledge
- Strong attention to detail and documentation skills
- Comfortable using Excel and electronic record systems
Work Environment
The position is based in a manufacturing facility with a fast-paced production environment. The role primarily requires standing throughout the shift and involves interaction with production, quality, shipping, purchasing, and supply chain teams. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required per facility guidelines.
The work schedule is on the 2nd Shift, with initial training on the 1st Shift. First shift training is Monday - Friday, 6 am-2:30 p.m., for the first few months. The 2nd shift hours are Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM.
Schedule
- Training (First Shift): Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (first few months)
- Regular (Second Shift): Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Pay
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $26.00/hr. Individual compensation offered within this range will depend on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Benefits
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 insurance
- 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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire, fully onsite position based in North Chicago, IL.