Quality Assurance Tech

Nestlé S.A.; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Healthcare coverage

Quarterly bonus

Job summary

Nestlé USA is seeking a Quality Assurance (QA) Technician on the 3rd shift to support quality and food safety on the production floor in Schaumburg, IL. You will perform pre-operational inspections, verify sanitation and GMP compliance, and assist with production activities to ensure product quality.

The role requires 1–2 years in manufacturing or quality control, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and a basic English proficiency.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years in manufacturing, quality control, production, or operations.
• Comfort around powders, chemicals, and food allergens.
• Able to work overtime or rotating shifts as needed.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and stand/move during shift.
• Basic English for directions, bilingual Spanish/English a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process testing and QA inspections.
• Conduct daily pre-operational and changeover checks.
• Follow safety rules (LOTO, GMPs, SOPs, policies).
• Daily floor walks to monitor GMP compliance.
• Communicate/escalate safety, sanitation, or product issues to Line Leadership.
• Participate in product evaluations to ensure top quality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Safety procedures

Basic math

Read manuals

Lab tasks

Outlook/Excel/Word

SAP/DMO/Pegasus/Neogen ATP

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

SAP

DMO

Pegasus

Neogen ATP readers

Job description

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.
At Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal – to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity – and responsibility – to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives.

Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

As a Quality Assurance (QA) Technician (3rd Shift), you will play a key role in supporting all quality and food safety aspects of production. You’ll work directly on the production floor, performing pre-operational inspections, verifying sanitation and GMP compliance, supporting production activities, and ensuring product quality standards are consistently met. You will provide hands‑on support to the factory, helping identify and address any safety or quality concerns while contributing to the delivery of safe, high‑quality products.

COMPENSATION:

$22.40/hr

Nestle Quarter Bonus

SHIFT DETAILS:

Hours; 10PM to 6AM
Days: Sunday - Friday (6 days a week)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform in-process testing and QA inspections
• Conduct daily pre-operational and changeover checks
• Follow safety rules (e.g., Lock Out Tag Out [LOTO]) , Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and company policies
• Conduct daily floor walks to Monitor production personnel for GMP compliance
• Communicate/escalate safety, sanitation, or product issues to Line Leadership Team
• Participate in product evaluations to ensure top quality
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma/GED
• 1-2 years of experience in manufacturing, quality control, production, or operations environment
• Comfortable working around powders, chemicals, and food allergens
• Flexible to work overtime, irregular hours, or rotating shifts based on business needs
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand or move throughout the shift
• Basic proficiency of English language to comply with verbal and written directions, signs, policies and procedures. (Spanish/English bilingual is a plus)

SKILLS:

• Detail-oriented and committed to quality
• Ability to follow safety rules and operating procedures
• Basic math skills and ability to use a calculator
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as manuals and safety instructions
• Comfortable performing basic lab tasks and using standard lab equipment
• Proficiency with using computers, tablets, and basic software (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Experience with systems like SAP, DMO, Pegasus, Neogen ATP readers is preferred

The approximate pay for this position is $22.40. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location.

Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at About Us | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com)

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at [e-mail] or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.