Quality Inspector

Kelly; Cary (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Telemedicine

Term life

Whole life

Accident insurance

Critical illness

Legal plan

Short-term disability

Retirement savings plan

Service bonus and holiday pay plans

Transit spending account

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Kelly Professional & Industrial is seeking a Quality Control Inspector I to work at a premier manufacturing client in Cary, IL. The role offers a steady second shift schedule (Mon-Fri, 2:00pm–10:00pm CST) and a competitive hourly pay rate of $27.20.

You will inspect materials, use calipers and gauges, document inspections per cGMP and GDP, and partner with Warehouse and Manufacturing teams. A high school diploma is required; 1–2 years QA experience or an Associate’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; 1–2 years quality experience or an Associate’s Degree in Science or Engineering preferred.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and ability to follow proper documentation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming raw materials and finished goods to ensure conformance with specifications and inspection plans.
• Utilize measurement tools such as calipers, scales, thickness gauges, and optical comparators.
• Perform documentation activities in compliance with cGMP and GDP requirements.
• Communicate with Warehouse and Manufacturing personnel regarding material/component release and movement.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the IQA Inspection Area.

Skills

Attention to detail

Documentation procedures

Adaptability

MS Office

Physical ability

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s Degree in Science or Engineering

Tools

Calipers

Scales

Thickness gauges

Force gauges

Optical comparators

Job description

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Pay Rate: $27.20 per hour

Shift: 2nd : Monday through Friday: 2:00pm - 10:00pm CST

Location: Cary, IL.

Why you should apply to be Quality Control Inspector I:

• Competitive pay rate with opportunities for growth in a leading manufacturing environment.
• Gain valuable hands-on experience supporting quality assurance and compliance in a respected industry setting.
• Work in a safety-conscious, team-oriented workplace with modern equipment and tools.
• Be part of a company committed to high standards and continuous improvement.

What’s a typical day as Quality Control Inspector I? You’ll be:

• Inspecting incoming raw materials and finished goods to ensure conformance with approved specifications and inspection plans.
• Utilizing measurement tools and instruments such as calipers, scales, thickness gauges, force gauges, optical comparators, and more.
• Performing documentation activities in compliance with cGMP and GDP requirements.
• Comparing printed materials against master documents to identify discrepancies.
• Communicating with Warehouse and Manufacturing personnel regarding material/component release and movement.
• Maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the IQA Inspection Area.
• Managing record retention, filing, copying, and office inventory.
• Performing additional duties as assigned by leadership.

This Job Might Be An Outstanding Fit If You:

• Have a high school diploma (required); 1-2 years of quality experience or an Associate’s Degree in Science or Engineering is preferred.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and the ability to follow proper documentation procedures.
• Are adaptable, able to take direction, and work independently in a dynamic environment.
• Are comfortable using computers and multiple systems; proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.) is required.
• Possess high personal integrity, self-control, and accept constructive feedback.
• Are physically able to lift up to 60 pounds and stay mobile throughout a large plant.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• telemedicine
• term life
• whole life
• accident insurance
• critical illness
• a legal plan
• short-term disability
• retirement savings plan
• service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year)
• transit spending account
• paid sick leave

As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

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About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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