Quality Assurance - Lab Technician

Quality Assurance Technician (Lab Tech)

Pay: $22/hr- $27/hr

1st shift opportunity

Location:

Broadview, IL

Express Employment Professionals in Brookfield is currently seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Quality Assurance Technician to join a growing manufacturing team. This role is ideal for someone with previous quality, laboratory, or manufacturing experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced production environment and takes pride in maintaining high product standards.

• Perform routine quality testing on raw materials, in-process products, and finished materials to ensure compliance with company and customer specifications.
• Conduct physical and mechanical testing such as hardness, melt flow, tensile strength, and visual inspections.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment including balances, ovens, presses, extrusion equipment, and testing instruments.
• Accurately document testing results, quality findings, and production data within company systems.
• Identify non-conforming materials or out-of-specification results and communicate concerns to leadership.
• Assist with investigations, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives related to quality and production processes.
• Work closely with Production, Shipping, and Quality teams to help maintain production schedules and product consistency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while following all company safety procedures and PPE requirements.

• Previous experience in quality assurance, quality control, laboratory testing, or manufacturing environments required.
• Experience with in plastics, thermoplastics, automotive, or other regulated manufacturing industries is highly preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to recognize inconsistencies or defects.
• Comfortable using computers, Microsoft Office, and quality tracking systems.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with team members and leadership.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or technical field is a plus.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and lift up to 60 lbs consistently throughout the shift.
• Comfortable working in both laboratory and manufacturing environments.
• Must be able to wear required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety shoes.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow within a stable manufacturing environment while playing a key role in product quality and process improvement.

• Weekly Pay (Overtime pay for hours worked over 40/week)
• Medical Plan /Dental Plan / Vision Plan
• Accrual for ILL Paid Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit or FREE Bank of America Payroll Card
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.