Lead - Quality Control

Pregis; Roselle (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

Pregis is seeking a Quality Control Lead to oversee packaging operations and hourly staff to ensure the highest quality products at the lowest possible cost, meeting customer specs and company standards. Reports to the Production and Process Development Lead and supports the Quality department.

Key duties include hourly inspections, SOP development, defect resolution, staff training, and root-cause analysis in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of quality control experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• MS Office experience required; ISO 9001/BRC experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document hourly inspections and run profiles per SOP.
• Create and document standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Monitor production for defects and initiate hold procedures when needed.
• Train packers on QC SOPs and regularly audit quality inspections.
• Collaborate with operations to resolve QC issues per SOPs.
• Lead investigations and root cause analyses.

Skills

Quality control experience

Communication skills

MS Office

SOP development

Team leadership

Education

BS in Science

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We're Not Just in the Packaging Business–We're in the "Wow" Business

Pregis is Hiring!

Why Join Pregis?

Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer-centric packaging solutions. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you. Check out the Pregis Purpose to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA.

Job Title: Quality Control Lead

Reports To: Production and Process Development Lead

Department: Quality

Sign on Bonus: $3,000

Summary Of Job

Under the direction of the Pilot Production and Process Development Lead this role oversees packaging operations along with hourly and temporary employees to ensure the production of the highest quality products at the lowest possible cost, while meeting company standards for quality and performance. Adheres to customer specifications and delivery requirements, while working in accordance with Pregis policies and procedures.

Overview

To ensure constant quality monitoring during production. Responsible for maintaining continuous product quality during production and guide workflow by monitoring packaging work force’s quality inspections and packaging process. Performs quality inspections at regularly prescribed intervals and documents accordingly across multiple production lines. Helps employees in the department perform their duties correctly. Helps team operate at or above designated run speeds.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Perform and document hourly inspections and run profile, retain samples per standard operating procedure (SOP)
• Create/document standard operating procedures (SOP’s)
• Monitor production, including packaging, for defects and inaccuracies per quality standards; correct and report any non-conformities and initiate hold procedure when needed
• Train packers on quality control/assurance control (QC) SOP; regularly conduct audits to ensure quality inspections are being performed
• Work with operations to resolve issues per QC SOP’s
• Communicate effectively with upcoming shift to ensure smooth handoff; keep open dialogue with staff to minimize delays
• Help identify raw material defects, capture relevant information (lot codes, samples, etc.) and forward to X
• Conduct investigations and root cause analysis

Competency (Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities)

• 3-6 years quality control experience preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to take coaching well and communicate respectfully with others
• Promote a positive teamwork culture
• Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate with team and during shift transition
• Knowledgeable of safety requirements and guidelines in manufacturing/warehouse environment
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, follow standardized work instructions and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement culture
• ISO 9001/BRC experience highly preferred
• MS Office experience required

Auditing Experience Required

Environment

• Exposure to moving equipment
• Inside work
• Heat may exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit
• Humidity may exceed 80%
• Noise may exceed 85 dB+
• Personal protective equipment required

Physical Characteristics

• Frequent standing, stooping, sitting
• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling (up to 50 lbs.)
• Occasional typing/keyboarding

Position Type

• Full time
• Shift work (specify hours/shift)
• Overtime expected per business demand

Education And Experience

• BS in Science strongly preferred

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in diversity of thought and bringing together other traits and characteristics that make an individual bring a unique experience to Pregis. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement/Inclusion

We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis’ culture and achievements.

Visit us at www.pregis.com for more information about Pregis LLC.