Quality Technician (3rd Shfit)

Recochem; Alsip (IL); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

Telemedicine

Tuition assistance

Job summary

PFX Group is seeking a Quality Technician for the Night shift (Sun-Thurs, 10:00pm–6:30am) at the Alsip, Illinois facility to support the Quality Department with inspections, tests, and documentation to ensure products meet established quality standards.

You will collaborate with production, engineering, and quality leadership to identify issues, support CAPA and root cause analysis, maintain control plans, and participate in internal and customer audits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; advanced technical cert preferred.
• 1–3 years in manufacturing quality or inspection.
• Ability to read blueprints, specs, and work instructions.
• Basic computer skills (data entry, spreadsheets, quality systems).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standardized procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process, incoming, and final inspections per specs.
• Use measuring tools to verify conformance.
• Document results in quality records and systems.
• Identify nonconforming material and assist with containment.
• Support root cause analysis and CAPA activities.
• Maintain and update work instructions and inspection plans.
• Participate in internal and customer audits.
• Monitor processes for compliance and report issues.
• Support improvement initiatives for quality and scrap reduction.
• Ensure compliance with ISO and customer requirements.

Skills

Quality inspections

Attention to detail

CAPA

Root cause analysis

Documentation

Audits

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certification or associate degree preferred

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

CMMs

Quality systems software

Job description

13160 S Pulaski Rd Ave, Alsip, IL 60803, USA

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 5:00 AM

About PFX™

We engineer leading fluid solutions that keep the world moving and we’re building a better future while we do it. As a vertically integrated global powerhouse, we operate 17 manufacturing facilities and 4 R&D centers across the world, delivering performance from lab to road in over 40 countries.

PFX Group™ brings together a family of trusted companies including Recochem, Prestone, Adam’s Polishes, B&B Blending, Kost USA, Ultra Clear, POR and Auto-Chem, each with deep expertise, regional insight, and a shared commitment to engineering excellence.

From automotive and heavy-duty thermal management systems to household and industrial solutions, our products are built for performance, reliability, and a commitment to sustainability. Join us and be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible in fluid technology.

Job Overview

The Quality Technician (Night shift, Su-Th, 10:00pm - 6:30am) is within our Auto/Car Care/Prestone division and is responsible for supporting the Quality Department by performing inspections, tests, and documentation activities to ensure products meet established quality standards and customer requirements. This role works closely with production, engineering, and quality leadership to identify issues, support corrective actions, and maintain compliance with internal procedures and external regulations. This role is located at our Alsip, Illinois facility.

The expected compensation for this position is an hourly rate between $25.00 - $30.00 per hour depending on experience and qualifications and is bonus eligible.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform in-process, incoming, and final inspections of materials, components, and finished goods according to specifications and quality standards.
• Utilize measuring and testing equipment (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges, CMMs, visual inspection tools) to verify product conformance.
• Document inspection results accurately in quality records, inspection reports, and electronic systems.
• Identify, document, and report nonconforming material, and assist with segregation, containment, and disposition.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities as assigned.
• Assist with maintaining and updating work instructions, inspection plans, and control plans.
• Participate in internal audits, customer audits, and regulatory inspections as needed.
• Monitor production processes for compliance with quality requirements and elevate issues when standards are not met.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to quality, efficiency, and scrap reduction.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety rules, and applicable quality standards (e.g., ISO, customer-specific requirements).

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certification or associate degree preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing quality or inspection role (experience level may vary by plant).
• Knowledge of basic quality tools and inspection methods.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and work instructions.
• Basic computer skills (e.g., data entry, spreadsheets, quality systems).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standardized procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in an ISO-certified or regulated manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC) and basic problem‑solving tools.
• Experience with nonconformance reporting systems and quality databases.
• Previous exposure to customer or internal audits.

Physical and Work Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to [insert weight, e.g., 30-50 lbs] as required.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, temperature variations, and machinery.
• Willingness to work assigned shifts, including overtime as needed.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Career growth opportunities - we prioritize internal promotions
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, vision and dental coverage and Telemedicine
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Tuition assistance program - support for continued education and professional development

Please note: A pre-employment background check, including a criminal record check and drug testing , is required.

PFX is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

NOTICE TO EMPLOYEES AND APPLICANTS REGARDING THE USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)
Our Commitment to Fairness and Transparency
The PFX Group may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Automated Decision Systems (ADS) to assist in certain employment-related processes, such as recruitment and hiring. These tools are intended to support decision-making, not replace human judgment.

13160 S Pulaski Rd Ave, Alsip, IL 60803, USA