Quality Control Lead

Acme Finishing Company - Elk Grove Village, IL About Us

Acme Finishing is a leader in powder and liquid coating for manufacturing companies that need reliable, consistent, on-time service. We're building a culture of high performance where employees are rewarded with real career growth opportunities and additional compensation for helping move the company forward. Our purpose is simple: win, grow, and wow our customers.

We're looking for a hands‑on Quality Lead to make sure every product that leaves our facility meets customer specifications - and to keep our documentation airtight along the way. You'll pay special attention to samples, first piece orders, verification‑required jobs, and any job with a history of customer complaints, while helping train and guide the line personnel and inspectors you work alongside.

• Verify color, gloss, mil thickness, and adhesion on all coated parts, with extra scrutiny on samples, first‑piece orders, and verification‑required jobs
• Select products for testing at key production stages and run destructive/nondestructive tests to check dimensions, performance, and quality
• Show packers and line personnel the ropes on visual inspection criteria and processes
• Perform AQL‑level sampling on sample and first‑time order lots
• Document and verify First Article Inspection (FAI) paperwork and other customer‑required records
• Help sort out the disposition of nonconforming customer or internal product
• Help create and audit customer Specification Sheets, updating them for process changes or first‑time production runs
• Support customer onboarding to launch new work without quality issues
• Work alongside supervisors and managers to problem‑solve quality issues and help keep reject rates below line‑specific goals

• Associate degree or 2+ years of related experience/training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Analytical mindset with the ability to define problems, gather data, and draw sound conclusions
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, safety rules, and technical/procedure manuals
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Bilingual Spanish is a big plus

This is a hands‑on manufacturing role. You'll occasionally stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 25 lbs, and may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, chemicals, and varying temperatures typical of a coatings production floor.

Acme Finishing Company, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary: $27.00 - $35.00 per hour