Plant Quality Assurance Technician
About The Position
Unilock – Midwest Region is seeking a detail-oriented, motivated Quality Assurance Technician to support manufacturing operations in Aurora, Illinois. The role helps ensure concrete paving stones and retaining wall products meet quality standards through testing, inspections, data analysis, and collaboration with production teams. Training is provided for candidates looking to build a career in quality assurance and manufacturing. The technician supports product quality, continuous improvement, and compliance with company standards, working closely with operators, supervisors, and plant leadership. This is a non-exempt, hourly position with a salary range of $20–$22 per hour. Compensation is based on experience, with potential to earn a yearly bonus. The position is eligible for overtime.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Ability to read and write in English.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Basic computer and tablet proficiency for data entry and reporting.
- Ability to distinguish colors and color blends accurately.
- Ability to stand, bend, stoop, reach, and perform repetitive motions throughout the workday.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced industrial environment.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
- Previous manufacturing, production, quality assurance, quality control, or laboratory experience.
- Experience using digital inspection or data collection systems.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine quality assurance testing to verify product specifications and standards.
- Inspect raw materials and finished products for quality compliance.
- Document and report product or process non-conformance issues to appropriate plant personnel.
- Enter test results and inspection data into the designated software system.
- Partner with operators and supervisors to identify and implement process improvements.
- Lead Quality Daily Management (DMM) meetings and report performance metrics.
- Participate in continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
- Conduct weekly 5S audits to support workplace organization and safety.
- Ensure compliance with company safety, health, and environmental requirements.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
- Carry out other related duties as needed to meet departmental and organizational objectives.
Benefits
- Health benefits effective the first of the month following start date.
- 401(k) matching after a year.
- Life insurance, PPO, HSA, and FSA plans.
- Well-being support.
- Charitable contribution matching.
- Paid time off.
- Year-end company-wide closure/paid time off.
- Competitive compensation.
- Opportunities for advancement.
- Team-oriented work environment.
- Commitment to safety and employee development.
- Stable and growing manufacturing operation.
- Potential to earn a yearly bonus.
- Overtime eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
