QA Specialist - Entry Level - 1st shift

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Full Time Arlington Heights, IL, US

3 days ago Requisition

QA Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented QA Specialist to support our Quality Department by inspecting incoming materials, purchased parts, labels, and other products to ensure they meet company, supplier, and customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming inspections on materials, parts, labels, and other products.
• Identify defects, damage, quantity discrepancies, and other quality issues.
• Verify dimensions and specifications using measuring tools and approved documentation.
• Document inspection results, rejected materials, and quality concerns.
• Support investigations, corrective actions, and customer or internal quality requests.
• Work with Quality, Production, Receiving, Engineering, Purchasing, and Customer Service to resolve issues.

1st Shift

Hours:

Monday
- Thursday 7am – 3:30pm, Friday 6am – 2:30pm

Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; experience in quality, manufacturing, printing, or inspection preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to read drawings, specifications, and inspection instructions.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Oracle.
• Ability to use rulers, calipers, gauges, barcode readers, and similar inspection tools.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work with minimal supervision.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• 10 Paid Holidays per year
• Discretionary Quarterly Company Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical insurance
• Vision Care
• Short-Term Disability
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan and company match!
• Service Anniversary Awards
• Summer picnics and end of year holiday celebrations
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Discounts and more!

EEO
- Minority/female/male/disability/veteran. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.

Indefinite U.S. work authorization individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization is not available. Local applicants only.

Hourly pay rate for this role is $18.00.

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.