Quality Technician

Apex Systems; Bensenville (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Systems is seeking a QA Technician in Bensenville, IL to ensure product quality and monitor process deviations during the shift. You will collect production data, perform lab tests, and verify that processes and finished goods meet specifications.

Responsibilities include documenting trials, reporting deviations to the FSQR Manager, and supporting QA activities across the plant. This is a contract on-site role with emphasis on GMP compliance and accurate shift reporting.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent job experience.
• Experience: Prior QA experience in the food industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and record product quality attributes (moisture, texture, size, count/lb, weight).
• Conduct process checks and record parameters.
• Identify and hold out-of-spec products; document quantities.

Skills

QA experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

# Quality TechnicianApply**Job#: 3056011****Job Description:****QA Technician****Summary*** The QA Technician ensures product quality and monitors process deviations throughout the shift. Responsibilities include collecting production data, performing lab tests, and verifying that both processes and finished products meet established specifications.**Essential Duties and Responsibilities*** Monitor and record product quality attributes (e.g., moisture, texture, size, count/lb, weight)* Conduct process checks and record parameters* Identify and place out-of-specification products on hold, document quantities* Notify the Manager on duty of held products and any deviations* Perform hourly surface starch tests on finished bagged products* Escalate significant deviations to the Corporate FSQR Manager promptly* Write detailed shift reports and communicate findings to the next QA Technician* Transport hourly retained samples to the lab, label them, and send to the warehouse* Monitor QA/lab supplies and report shortages to the Corporate FSQR Manager* Check metal detectors for proper calibration; record and report results* Immediately report any contamination issues* Inspect packaging hourly for correct coding* Verify incoming raw ingredients against Certificates of Analysis (COAs) and specifications* Match seal numbers on incoming railcars/trucks with Bills of Lading (BOLs)* Conduct GMP inspections and internal audits as requested* Perform shift-specific QA duties assigned by the Corporate FSQR Manager* Inspect retained samples during shutdowns for sticking* Maintain cleanliness and organization of the lab* Replenish forms when supplies are low* Keep an updated copy of the product coding list and daily production schedule* Provide on-site QA support during plant operations, including weekends**Qualifications****Education:*** Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent job experience* High School Diploma required**Experience:*** Prior QA experience in the food industry is a plusEEO EmployerApex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [e-mail] or 844-463-6178. *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Location:** Bensenville, IL, US**Job Type:****Date Posted:** October 15, 2026**Pay Range:** $20 - $22 per hour