Quality Control Associate

THE VISUAL PAK COMPANIES • Waukegan, IL

2d • $17 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Control Associate conducts testing on product components and finished goods to ensure results meet consumer law, company standards, and customer requirements at the pre-production, in-process, and final stages. The role supports product quality and compliance by maintaining testing equipment, generating results, reviewing batch records, and addressing deviations before products are approved.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 6 months of specific experience in a consumer product laboratory manufacturing setting.
• Experience in safety, regulated production/GMP, quality, or a related area.
• Ability to learn processes and procedures and assume ownership.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Basic, accurate mathematical ability.
• Good judgment, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with teams, including cross-functional teammates.
• Strong attention to detail in communication, data integrity, timeliness, and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, inquiries, and work expectations while meeting defined quality standards.
• Ability to create and maintain an organized workflow and output.
• Reasonable capacity to solve problems or know when to ask for help.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to navigate software used to run automated and semi-automated instruments.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively before small groups of customers or employees.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand or walk for an entire eight-hour shift, with occasional bending, crouching, and crawling.
• Ability to hear effectively in quiet office settings and loud manufacturing environments.
• Ability to judge distance, identify details, and regularly view a computer screen.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Navision or other material resource planning software.

Responsibilities

• Maintain calibration of quality control equipment.
• Conduct product testing, including testing to support complaint investigations.
• Generate product testing results reports.
• Review production batch records for accuracy and completeness and approve intermediate products for use in production.
• Report deviations and ensure they are addressed and resolved before issuing approval.
• Participate in the internal audit program.
• Write and review Standard Operating Procedures as necessary.
• Communicate quality or compliance concerns with urgency.
• Follow quality assurance policies and procedures and accurately report necessary changes.
• Use equipment and supplies as needed to conserve resources and accomplish job results.
• Contribute to Quality Department team efforts and maintain cooperative inter- and intradepartmental workflows.
• Check supply stock, determine inventory levels, and anticipate supply needs.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Dependent Care Accounts.
• Dependent care subsidy.
• Childcare and elder care resources.
• Tuition and education assistance for education and professional development.
• Active & Fit Direct access to gyms and fitness centers.
• Mental health support through Geode Health.
• Commuter benefits for transit and parking expenses.
• Health Advocate Services.
• Employee perks and discount marketplace.
• Pet insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED