Quality Technician- 2nd Shift

LEAHY-IFP•New Lenox, IL

7d•$21 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

NLX Beverage Solutions, now integrated into Finlays Solutions, brings together specialized beverage manufacturing expertise with the scale of a global industry leader. Finlays Solutions is a leading partner to the B2B beverage manufacturing industry, recognized for its deep expertise, strong industry relationships, and commitment to innovation. The company plays a central role in supporting beverage brands, flavor houses, private label partners, and manufacturers through high-quality products, technical capabilities, and collaborative problem-solving. With a strong presence in the ready-to-drink beverage market, Finlays Solutions focuses on identifying emerging opportunities, expanding into new market spaces, and delivering solutions that meet evolving customer and consumer needs. Finlays Solutions operates with a strong commitment to its mission, values, ethics, and long‑term goals, ensuring that every initiative reflects the company’s dedication to integrity, partnership, and sustainable success. Job Summary The Quality Technician, under the direction of the Quality Supervisor, is responsible for supporting the implementation and monitoring of quality control techniques, processes, and procedures to ensure the consistent production of safe, high-quality beverage products. This role requires strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and plays a critical role in maintaining compliance with all internal and external food safety standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required; 2+ years of work experience preferred, ideally in a manufacturing environment
Demonstrated ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English to ensure understanding of written procedures, safety instructions, technical documentation, and verbal communications
Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and use of weights and measures.
Must be comfortable using a calculator
Familiarity with basic computer systems and control interfaces
Team-oriented attitude; respectful, approachable, honest, dependable, and adaptable to change
Capable of resolving conflicts professionally
Able to prioritize tasks and remain productive under shifting demands
Follows both written and verbal instructions accurately
Highly motivated, reliable, and hands-on with a strong problem-solving mindset
Able to identify and address inconsistencies or quality issues with accuracy and precision
Ability to work beyond regularly scheduled hours during peak periods or critical operations
Must possess adequate vision, hearing, and verbal communication skills to meet essential job performance and safety standards.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and regularly perform physical tasks such as pushing, pulling, lifting, climbing, bending, stooping, squatting, and using hands for detailed tasks
Physically capable of performing tasks such as lifting, climbing, and using hand and power tools, including pallet jacks, scales, ladders, and standard material handling and cleaning equipment
Capable of safely lifting up to 50 pounds frequently throughout the day; ability to handle heavier items with proper lifting equipment or team-assisted techniques to ensure safety
Employees must be able to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment that may include exposure to odors, dust, moderate noise levels, and fluctuations in temperature and ventilation.
Work environment may involve exposure to inclement weather.
Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times, which may include but is not limited to: safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, gloves, hairnets, uniforms, and face shields, as required by specific job duties and safety protocols.

Nice To Haves

Basic understanding of food production and food safety principles is a plus

Responsibilities

Practice, teach and enforce the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) established for Quality
Practice and enforce all Safety policies and procedures
Review production records for compliance with quality standards
Put together COA’s together following customer requirements
Read APC and rapid yeast and mold plates, update Micro Spreadsheet, and report out of spec results to Quality Manager
Assist Techs with micro-plating and product testing when needed
Manage customer sample requests (collection, shipping, and updating tracker)
Manage lab supplies and inventory (complete weekly inventory and create/submit purchase order request)
Take environmental monitoring swabs, ship to 3rd party lab, and update EMP tracker
Assist in internal and external audits and documentation
Assist in customer complaint investigations and documentation
Coordinate rework projects with the production team and ensure necessary documentation is completed
Assist with non-compliant quality and food safety investigations and ensure necessary documentation is completed
Monitor Calibration Log for compliance and help schedule services
Comply with all company policies, practices, and procedures
Support team member safety by promoting safe work practices, monitoring compliance with policies, and minimizing physical hazards to promote an overall safe work environment
Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals
Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill
Learn, and adhere to, all established Safety policies & procedures, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs
Learn, and adhere to, all Quality policies and procedures including Safe Quality Food (SQF), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Quality Points (HACQP).
Perform other duties as assigned