Quality and Sanitation Specialist II

The Fountain Group is currently seeking a Quality Assurance Technician for a prominent client of ours. This position is located in Chicago,IL. Details for the position are as follows:

Job Title: Quality Assurance Technician
Location: Chicago,IL
Pay Rate: $32.00–$34.00/hr (W2)
Duration: 5-Month Contract

We are seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to support food manufacturing operations by ensuring compliance with quality and food safety standards. This role is responsible for executing quality holds, conducting investigations, documenting quality events, and supporting production across assigned shifts. Candidates must be willing to work either the 2nd, 3rd, or weekend B shift based on business needs.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent industry experience will also be considered.

• 3–5 years of experience in quality assurance, food safety, or food manufacturing.
• Experience executing quality holds and product disposition processes.
• Hands-on experience conducting quality investigations and documenting findings.
• Knowledge of food manufacturing quality systems and compliance processes.
• Ability to work assigned production shifts (2nd, 3rd, or Weekend B Shift).

• Experience with Quality Control Management Systems (QCMS).
• Knowledge of HACCP principles.
• Familiarity with FSSC food safety standards.
• Experience working in regulated food manufacturing environments.