QUALITY TECH - Manufacturing Industry

Hood Container Corporation•Chicago, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Hood Container Corporation is seeking a Quality Technician for its Quality Department at its Chicago, Illinois facility. The role is on the 3rd shift and supports quality control in a manufacturing environment by inspecting corrugated sheets and finished boxes against customer specifications and plant quality standards. The starting wage is $20.00 per hour. The technician performs first-piece, in-process, and final inspections; verifies product dimensions, board caliper, and other quality characteristics; and conducts product tests using designated measuring tools and quality testing equipment. The position also involves maintaining inspection records, reporting defects, documenting nonconforming products, assisting with product holds and reinspections, and working with production teams to investigate quality issues and confirm corrective actions. The role requires following plant safety procedures and keeping the testing area clean and organized. The position offers access to full benefits, on-the-job training, and advancement opportunities. Hood Container describes its mission as delivering value through safety, innovation, and sustainability, and its vision as building a unified culture that drives creative customer solutions and industry-leading excellence.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 6 consecutive months of experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or warehouse setting.
Ability to stand for up to 12 hours and lift as needed.
Comfort working 12-hour shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime.
Strong attention to detail and solid documentation skills.
Team-oriented approach, strong work ethic, and desire to learn.
Ability to read a tape measure and complete basic measurements accurately.
Self-motivated, safety-conscious, and reliable.

Nice To Haves

Corrugator experience.

Responsibilities

Inspect corrugated sheets and finished boxes to ensure they meet customer specifications and established quality standards.
Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections according to plant quality procedures.
Verify product dimensions, board caliper, and applicable quality characteristics, including printing, scoring, slotting, and glue adhesion.
Perform required product testing using designated measuring tools and quality testing equipment.
Maintain accurate inspection records, test results, and customer-specific quality documentation.
Promptly communicate quality defects and out-of-specification results to production supervisors and Quality leadership.
Identify and document nonconforming products and assist with product holds, sorting, and reinspection as directed.
Work with production teams to investigate quality issues and verify that corrective actions are effective.
Check the condition of measuring and testing equipment and report calibration or maintenance needs.
Maintain a clean, organized testing area and follow all plant safety procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned by Quality leadership.