QC Inspector I (3rd shift)

VPET USA, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Quality Inspector to uphold product standards and ensure compliance with regulations. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for inspecting materials and products, maintaining logs, and collaborating with production teams to resolve quality issues. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills, be self-motivated, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a company's commitment to quality and excellence, with comprehensive benefits and a supportive team culture. If you are passionate about quality assurance and eager to make an impact, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Plan

Vacation Pay

Sick Pay

Holiday Pay

Basic Life Insurance

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in quality inspection or similar roles.
• Familiarity with SQF 2000, HACCP, and GMP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Assist in the development and revision of SOPs for inspection.
• Communicate and resolve quality issues effectively.

Skills

Quality Management

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Computer Skills

Self-Motivation

Ability to Work Independently

Time Management

Proficient in English

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Programs

Job description

In the Quality Inspector role, you will be responsible for inspection and quality services to ensure company products and processes meet customer, company, and other specifications. This role supports company initiatives, provides training, and assists the Quality Control Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Comply with all quality, safety, and work rules and regulations.
• Quality Management: Assure that employees operate consistently within the policies and procedures of VPET USA INC.
• Evaluate problems and make initial recommendations for possible corrective action to supervisor.
• Participate in the construction and/or revision of SOPs for the inspection function.
• Provide support to the production team when required.
• Visually and physically inspect materials, components, subassemblies, assemblies, tools, and final product configuration using blueprints, sketches, engineering drawings, and orders, and other applicable sources to observe, measure, and record conformity to customer, regulatory, and company specifications.
• Record compliance with quality standards to verify that company products and processes meet customer, company, and other specifications.
• Solve inspection problems; methods-procedures, plans, and details.
• Audit products and processes to verify the system.
• Maintain necessary inspection logs and write inspection reports.
• Communicate quality problems and work with engineering and leads to support, investigate, and resolve quality issues.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, set priorities, identify, address problems, and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Computer skills to include Microsoft programs. Must be able to use computer programs to keep track of administrative tasks such as report writing, analysis of work orders, evaluations, etc.
• English skills must be proficient to understand, read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required.
• Must be committed to the success of the entire organization.

Physical Requirements:

Requirements include, but are not limited to:

• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
• Must be able to push, pull, twist, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crawl.
• Must be able to perform repetitive motions such as reaching and grasping.
• Must be able to use a ladder or step ladder.
• Work environment is in a warehouse and temperatures inside vary between hot or cold based on the outside conditions.
• This is a fast-paced environment with constantly changing priorities.

Education/Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role or a combination of experience and education will be considered.
• Familiar with SQF 2000, HACCP, and GMP preferred.
• Experience in the plastic bottle industry or in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Benefits:

• Medical (HMO), dental, and vision insurance premium.
• 401k plan, Employer contributes 3%, up to 5%.
• Company offers vacation and sick pay.
• Holiday Pay: Eight (8) paid holidays per year.
• Basic Life Insurance Paid (25K policy).

We are an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics.