Quality Lab Lead

ITW Automotive Group; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, 401K with up‑

Job summary

ITW Shakeproof in Elgin, IL is seeking a Quality Lab Lead to ensure product conformity at final inspection and to maintain verification documentation. You will perform final inspections, verify external service work, manage calibration and non-conformances, and support related quality activities across manufacturing and sales teams.

The role emphasizes meticulous inspection, data entry, and attention to detail in a moderately clean manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Must maintain focus and accuracy during repetitive product inspection.
• Effective problem solving and prioritization skills are required.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, comparator, gages).
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints/part drawings.
• Basic algebra, geometry, decimals, fractions and metric/English conversion knowledge.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, and email.

Responsibilities

• Perform final inspection on parts using various inspection equipment.
• Verify products from outside services via testing and documentation.
• Maintain and manage job verification documentation.
• Support Gage Calibration System and ensure gauges are calibrated.
• Sort and manage non-conforming parts as needed.
• Enter data accurately and timely.
• Prepare certifications for shipment.
• Initiate and follow up on non-conformances.
• Provide support to manufacturing and quality staff as needed.
• Daily housekeeping of the work area and Quality office.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Measurement tools

Blueprint interpretation

Math skills

Microsoft Word/Excel/Email

Tools

Word

Excel

Email

Job description

Job Description

ITW (Illinois Tool Works Inc.) is a Fortune 200 company and is one of the world’s leading diversified manufacturers of specialized industrial equipment, automotive components, consumables, and related service businesses. ITW businesses serve local customers and markets around the globe, with operations in 55 countries and an employee base of more than 46,000 women and men who adhere to the highest ethical standards. These talented individuals, many of whom have specialized engineering or scientific expertise, contribute to our global leadership in innovation. We are proud of our broad portfolio of more than 17,000 granted and pending patents.

ITW Shakeproof

ITW Shakeproof is a leading manufacturer of innovative fastening solutions serving automotive and industrial OEMs and their tier suppliers. With approximately $200 million in annual revenue, we design and manufacture a broad range of products, including screws, pins, washers, stampings, and fastening systems that improve the safety, quality, productivity, and performance of our customers' products. Our manufacturing and warehouse operations are located throughout Illinois and Wisconsin, including facilities in Machesney Park, Watertown, Elgin, Broadview, Milwaukee, and Iron Ridge.

Position Summary

The Quality Lab Lead ensures product conformity at final inspection while maintaining verification documentation.

• Perform final inspection on parts using a variety of inspection equipment.


• Verification of products received from outside services (i.e., heat treating, plating, etc.) via testing and verification of supplied documentation.


• Maintain job verification documentation.


• Support Gage Calibration System (ensure all gages are available & calibrated).


• Sort mixed/non-conforming parts as needed.


• Data entry.


• Prepare certifications for shipment.


• Initiate and follow up on non-conformances.


• Provide support to manufacturing, sales, and other quality personnel when needed.


• Daily housekeeping of work area and Quality office including filing of documentation.


• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Required Skill, Education And Experience

• Must be able to maintain focus and accuracy through repetitive product inspection.


• Effective problem solving/prioritizing skills required.


• Ability to use and care of precision measuring tools (i.e., micrometers, calipers, comparator, attribute gages).


• Must be proficient in interpreting blueprints/part drawings.


• Basic knowledge of algebra, geometry, decimals, fractions, and metric/English conversion.


• Must be able to use and be familiar with Word, Excel, and email.


• Must be able to work in a moderately clean manufacturing environment.

Compensation Information

A full range of medical, dental, vision, 401K plus up-to-six percent (6%) match, wellness program, short- and long-term disability, education assistance, and gift & volunteer matching program are also available.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.