Inspector, QA, 1st shift (6:30am - 3:00pm)

Sunstar-Americas,-Inc; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site café

On Site Fitness Center

401K retirement plan with employer ̀=

Employee discount on Sunstar products

Competitive bonus

Job summary

Sunstar Americas, Inc. is seeking a QA Inspector in Schaumburg, IL to perform routine product inspection and support quality assurance processes. You will sample products, verify specifications, identify defects, and document results to enable corrective actions.

The role requires a High School Diploma, strong measurement skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. On-site duties include cross-functional collaboration and occasional overtime.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Ability to read and interpret prints, specifications, and standards.
• Proficient in using measuring devices and instruments; ability to make measurements accurately.
• Good communication and teamwork skills with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Conduct sampling inspection tasks following standard procedures and AQL techniques.
• Perform analytical and statistical compliance testing as directed.
• Identify and classify defects and report results for corrective action.
• Maintain inspection records and reports; ensure documentation is current.
• Support production operations and overtime as needed.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Good communication

Teamwork

Ability to read prints/specs

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access)

Job description

Job Details

Posting Details

• Posted on August 27, 2026

Locations

• Schaumburg, IL, USA
• On-site
• Quality
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: INSPE002390

Description

At Sunstar Americas, Inc., we firmly believe that our people are the foundation of our success. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and agile culture that ensures we deliver high-quality, innovative products to consumers and oral care professionals. Our team-oriented approach encourages creative thinking and nurtures a positive work environment and productive relationships. With dedication, hard work, and a shared vision, we can continue to make SAI a leader in our industry.

Join us and become part of our global team, where together, we can achieve success and contribute to a better future.

Position Summary:

Perform routine product inspection. Assist the Quality Assurance Management in monitoring compliance with quality standards and specifications for all products offered by Sunstar Americas Inc.

Essential Job Functions:

Conduct sampling inspection tasks in accordance with standard procedures to verify compliance with established specifications, utilizing standard AQL and sampling techniques.

• Perform analytical and statistical compliance testing as directed.
• Identify and classify defects identified through inspection processes, report results to Manufacturing supervision for corrective action and disposition of defective product.
• Assure continuity of operation through communication with peers and Manufacturing supervision.
• Assist in preparation of reports as required; maintain inspection records in current status.
• Perform required tasks within proscribed schedule parameters for assigned areas of responsibility.
• Evaluate and classify defects identified through inspection processes, recommend corrective action and disposition of defective product.
• Support production operations and critical business situations, support overtime (including weekends).

Education

• High School Diploma

Knowledge/Experience

• Proficient in the use of measuring devices and instruments; demonstrated ability to read and interpret prints, specifications, and standards.
• Demonstrated competence in use of available software for report preparation.
• Good communication skills; ability to interact with others and with minimal supervision.
• Good organizational skills. Maintain accurate record filling.

Skills

• Computer proficiency: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Access)

Abilities

• Ability to demonstrate high level of proficiency in the use of measuring devices and instruments, to read and interpret prints, specifications, and sampling plans.
• Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds, as well as across all levels of the organization.
• Attention to Detail
• Ability to work in a team environment

Authorities:

• This position is authorized to perform all tasks and duties where defined in Standard Operating procedures, and as outlined within the “essential functions” of this position description.
• This position is authorized and encouraged to report unsafe conditions, unsafe acts, violations of quality, safety, environmental or financial procedures and unethical business practices to the department manager or to HR

What Makes Sunstar Special is:

• A business focused on health and wellness of people around the world
• High Quality Products
• Beautiful state-of-the-art facility
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Corporate Social Responsibility Program and partnership with charitable organization
• Strong value placed on company culture
• Excellent, comprehensive insurance coverage that includes Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Employee discount on Sunstar products
• 401K retirement plan with employer match (Pretax and Roth options)
• 401K profit sharing contribution based on company performance.
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off.Pet, Legal and Identity Theft Insurance Plans
• Competitive bonus
• On-site café
• On Site Fitness Center
• Corporate Perks Discount Program (Auto, Retail, Electronics, Entertainment, Computers, Personal Vacations, Cell Phones, Movie Tickets, Eating Out and Much More)
• Holiday Lunches
• Beautifully maintained walking trails
• Numerous employee appreciation events throughout the year.
• Recognition and Rewards Programs

If you’d enjoy a career helping others attain overall health through oral health, consider joining the Sunstar Americas, Inc. team.

The employer is subject to certain governmental record keeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, the employer invites employees to voluntarily self-identify their gender, and race or ethnicity. Completion of this data is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment or terms or conditions of employment. Information collected will be used for EEO-1 reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other personnel records, only accessed by Authorized Users. Information collected will be kept confidential and will only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government. When reported, data will not identify any specific individual.

The pay range for this position QA Inspector is $18.75 to $26.00 plus applicable shift differential. however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a bonus depending on company performance

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