Quality Inspector, 3rd Shift

Prinova USA; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) & Roth with employer match

Paid PTO

HSA and FSA

Maternity and Paternity Leave

Eight Paid Holidays + 3 Floating

Job summary

Prinova USA in Carol Stream, IL is seeking a Quality Inspector for the 3rd shift to perform in-process QA/QC activities on the production floor. You will swab equipment, verify samples, review work orders, and ensure compliance with GMPs, HACCP and PPE protocols.

The role requires an Associate's degree or equivalent experience, attention to detail, and proficiency with regulatory standards. You will participate in internal GMP audits, document non-conformances, and support continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret regulatory information.
• Strong arithmetic and measurement conversions skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a busy environment.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced setting.
• Familiarity with JD Edwards, DocuWare and Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process QA inspections and CCP verification.
• Generate documentation and communicate non-conformances.
• Conduct sieve analyses of materials.
• Perform swabbing and HACCP validation reporting.
• Maintain GMP audits and inventory screening.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to implement corrective actions.
• Record daily logs and quality-related tests.
• Assist in quality training activities.
• Ensure compliance with food safety programs.
• Investigate deviations and root cause analyses.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Arithmetic & measurement

Unit conversions

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Prioritization

High-paced environment

Attention to detail

Office software familiarity

Education

Associate's degree (A.A.)

1 year of equivalent work experience

Tools

JD Edwards

DocuWare

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Teams

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Unlock your potential with Prinova We are Prinova, a leading global supplier of ingredients and premix manufacturing solutions, and trusted by the world’s best-known food, beverage, and nutrition brands. Part of the NAGASE Group, our expertise lies in Ingredient Distribution, Manufacturing Solutions, and Customized Services. Our global network of colleagues, located in offices and manufacturing facilities around the world, deliver sustainable value-added solutions to our customers. We are recognized for our deep expertise, commitment to excellence, and bold innovation, which have earned us a strong reputation as a trusted industry leader. Wherever your career is headed, you'll find direction, opportunity, and belonging with us.

Quality Inspector, 3rd Shift

Department

Quality Inspectors, Solutions

Location

Carol Stream, IL

Type

Full-time

Summary

Primarily responsible for daily and assigned project QA/QC activities associated with in-process inspections for manufacturing and warehouse. Equipment swabbing, room clearance, sample verification, and work order review. Inspecting compliance with GMPs, HACCP, and PPE to follow our Quality System procedures and practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform production in-process inspections at the required frequencies, which include label approvals, CCP verification, weight checks, and manufacturing pre and post-operational review.
• Generate associated documentation and communicate non-conformances.
• Perform physical comparison of manufactured product (Color, Odor, Appearance).
• Perform sieve analysis on raw and blended materials.
• Perform ATP, EMP, Allergen and equipment swabbing.
• Perform equipment calibration (scales, lab equipment, ATP meter, magnets).
• Perform swabbing, gathering of documentation, and the completion of Allergen, EMP, Sanitation, and HACCP validation reports.
• Perform daily pre and post operational verification in logbooks, operational documentation, and manufacturing processes.
• Perform monthly internal GMP audits, screen and scoop inventory, and other assigned duties on a daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
• Inventory quality related chemicals and supplies needed for quality related tasks.
• Investigate, complete, and maintain sRCA, incident investigations, Holds, and Deviations.
• Assist in quality related training activities.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to implement corrective actions and improve overall quality assurance processes.
• Assist in hygienically taking production pre-shipment samples.
• Keep abreast of current regulations and industry standards.
• Abide by all food safety programs and be able to monitor the area for food safety adherence.
• Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Education and/or Experience

• Associate's degree (A.A.)
• Or at least one year of equivalent work experience

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to read, understand, and interpret regulatory information, industry standards, and International and Federal Food Regulations
• Proficient in basic arithmetic operations: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals
• Strong understanding of unit conversions across various measurement systems
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
• Ability to make educated judgments on the correctness, accuracy, and appropriateness of information
• Knowledge of JD Edwards, DocuWare, and successful use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, PPT, and Outlook

Work Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs.
• Work environment is normally on the production floor. Must be able to make frequent rounds in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Other physical requirements include moderate standing and occasional squatting, bending, and twisting.
• Ability to work in a packaging area with a moderate powder substance in the air with or without a respirator.
• Ability to work above shoulders.
• Must be able to wear any required PPE such as scrubs, hair net, lab coat, and face mask.
• Ability to work around a variety of different smells and aromas.
• Ability to adjust work schedule as business needs require.

Quality/Safety Responsibilities

All Prinova employees are required to ensure compliance standards with food safety, food defense, and food quality (FDA, ILDPH, FSMA, and BRC). It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with occupational safety and health standards issued under OSHA and to follow all rules, regulations, and procedures established by the Company to ensure that their actions do not impact the health and safety of themselves or others.

What's in it for you?

Competitive Pay – $24 an hour ($22 + $2 Shift Differential)

Experience, education, geographic location and shift all taken into consideration.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Employer paid STD and LTD
• HSA and FSA
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• PTO
• Employer paid Basic Life Insurance
• 401(k) & Roth with employer match
• Eight Paid Holidays + 3 Floating Holidays
• Voluntary - Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident
• Personal growth including training and development opportunities

Disclaimer: Prinova is committed to providing equal opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, creed, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, medical leave, marital status, citizenship status, ancestry, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, genetic information, domestic violence victim status, Civil Air Patrol status, or any other characteristic or group status protected under applicable law.