Quality Control Inspector

PurposeBuilt Brands

Gurnee (IL)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Competitive salaries and bonus incentives

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

Employee discount on all products

Annual fitness stipend

Pet insurance

Job summary

A leading manufacturer is seeking a Quality Inspector located in Gurnee, IL with responsibilities including inspecting raw materials, documenting quality issues, and training production personnel on quality procedures. Candidates should possess strong attention to detail, basic communication skills, and math proficiency. The role offers generous paid time off, competitive salaries, and a range of benefits designed to ensure employee satisfaction and success.

Qualifications

Ability to perform all tasks while continuously standing.
Good math skills are vital for assessing quality criteria.
Effective communication skills for documenting and relaying findings.

Responsibilities

Inspect the quality of raw materials and outsourced products.
Document defects and communicate quality issues to Supply Chain.
Check the filling line before each production run for compliance.
Perform detailed quality control inspection of first runs of new products.

Skills

Good attention to detail

Good communication skills

Good math skills

Basic computer skills

Job description

Overview

Quality Inspector – Onsite ∙ Gurnee, IL / Somers, WI / Manchester, TN

PurposeBuilt Brands, rooted in a legacy dating back to Weiman, stands as a pioneer in crafting top-tier products for specialty surfaces. Our brands include Weiman, Goo Gone, Green Gobbler, Biokleen, Gonzo, Magic, Wright’s, Stone Care International, Urnex, Five Star, and Micro-Scientific. At PBB, we hire employees who bring engagement, drive, and performance that push the business forward. We work together and are motivated by positive results while thriving in a scrappy environment. We believe our greatest assets are the talented and passionate employees who are motivated by our purposeful work. Our company may be 60 years old, but the real growth is just getting started.

What You Will Do

Inspect the quality of the raw materials and outsourced products that require incoming inspection.
Document defective raw material and outsourced product findings and communicate quality issues to Supply Chain, working to resolve the quality issue.
Check the filling line before each production run to ensure that:
All packaging materials used for the previous production run were removed from the filling area.
The filling line was cleaned and validated (if required).
The correct type of packaging was brought to the filling line.
Inspect the quality of finished products for the following:
Fill weight
Heat seal
Verify color and odor
Lot number
Application and removal torque
General appearance
Pallet configurations
Other
Document quality control findings.
Review daily production batch records.
Archiving of production records and associated quality documents.
Train production personnel on quality procedures.
Work with the production department to resolve quality issues associated with finished products.
Perform detailed quality control inspection of first runs of new products.
Note: this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities; duties may change at any time with or without notice.

What You Will Bring

Ability to perform all tasks while continuously standing.
Good math skills.
Good communication skills.
Good attention to detail.
Basic computer skills.

Benefits

PBB offers a wide range of benefits because we understand no two employees are the same. We want our employees to feel empowered to set their day up for success, whether that’s in the office or remote.

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