Quality Technician

swipejobs; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

SwipeJobs is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Assurance Technician to join a food manufacturing team on 3rd shift in Indianapolis, IN. This full-time role monitors production quality, inspects finished products and raw materials, performs laboratory testing, and documents results.

You will partner with production teams to ensure products meet quality and food safety standards, learn new equipment and testing methods, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Basic computer skills with Excel, Word, Outlook.
• Ability to read a tape measure (fractional).
• Strong math, critical thinking, and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Inspect active food manufacturing lines and monitor quality.
• Collect and test product samples using laboratory equipment.
• Record quality measurements and document production issues.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to uphold standards.

Skills

Detail oriented

English proficiency

Math skills

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Quality Assurance Technician (3rd Shift)

Location

Indianapolis, IN

Pay

$24.55 per hour

Shift

11:00 PM - 7:30 AM

Schedule

Full-time, 40 hours per week (Overtime may be available)

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Assurance Technician to join a food manufacturing team on 3rd shift. This role is responsible for monitoring production quality, inspecting finished products and raw materials, performing laboratory testing, documenting results, and partnering with production teams to ensure products meet quality and food safety standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with manufacturing quality experience who enjoy hands‑on work in a fast-paced production environment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform quality inspections on finished products throughout the manufacturing process.
• Visually and physically inspect products for print quality, appearance, registration, dimensions, and other critical quality attributes.
• Collect product samples from production lines for laboratory testing.
• Conduct moisture testing using various testing methods and equipment.
• Perform UPC scan quality verification.
• Measure glue weights and other product specifications.
• Produce color standards and product samples.
• Perform coefficient of friction (COF) testing and other required laboratory analyses.
• Prepare handmade product samples for functional testing.
• Inspect incoming raw materials, including testing wetting tension, optical density, surface treatments, and adhesives.
• Complete required laboratory tests, maintain accurate records, and prepare reports.
• Enter and maintain documentation using Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and other computer systems.
• Communicate quality concerns, deviations, and safety issues to production operators and supervisors.
• Work closely with production teams to identify and resolve quality issues.
• Assist with raw material acceptance or rejection decisions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Learn new equipment, testing methods, and quality procedures as needed.
• Train backup Quality Technicians when required.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to read a tape measure, including fractional measurements.
• Strong math, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Unrestricted color vision.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to push or pull up to 90 pounds during quality testing activities.

Preferred

• Minimum of 2 years of quality assurance or inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in food manufacturing is preferred.
• Candidates from automotive, aerospace, or other precision manufacturing industries are encouraged to apply.
• Experience with quality systems such as SAP is a plus.

What You'll Be Doing

• Inspecting active food manufacturing production lines.
• Collecting and testing product samples using laboratory equipment.
• Recording quality measurements and documenting production issues.
• Working alongside experienced production and quality teams to maintain high product standards.

What We're Looking For

Successful candidates are

• Detail‑oriented and observant.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong communicators who work well with production teams.
• Quick learners who can follow established quality procedures.
• Able to use sound judgment and troubleshoot quality concerns.

Why Apply?

• Competitive pay of $24.55 per hour
• Guaranteed 40 hours per week
• Opportunity for overtime
• Work with an experienced and supportive team
• Opportunity to participate in product sensory testing
• Potential for long-term employment, with the possibility of a full‑time opportunity based on business needs