Job Title: Quality Technician

Job Description

The Quality Technician is responsible for ensuring the highest quality standards in the production of premium sauces. The role involves performing line clearance, equipment swabbing, and quality audits across production lines. The technician will document process check results, report any out-of-specification issues, and ensure corrective actions are completed promptly.

Responsibilities

Verify that production lines are clear before startup.Perform equipment swabbing after sanitation.Conduct quality audits on each production line throughout the shift.Document in-line process check results according to pre-approved specifications.Report any Out of Specification (OOS) or non-conformance issues to production.Ensure immediate corrective action is completed before startup for any non-conformance.Label and store non-compliant products following the MRB process.Perform periodic quality and GMP audits of the production area, particularly at the mix deck.Audit staged ingredients to ensure no expired materials are used.Conduct temperature audits of ingredients, work-in-progress, and finished products during production.Prepare shift reports for follow-up by the next shift.Perform case counts audits on all products.Execute daily pre-operational inspections.Assist in metal detector validations and perform regular in-process metal detector line checks.Ensure operators follow metal detector Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).Report any food safety risks to the supervisor.Collect samples from raw materials, in-process, and finished products for lab testing.

Essential Skills

Experience in inspection, quality control, and food manufacturing.Proficiency in GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).Experience working night shifts: Monday to Friday, and some Saturdays from 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM.Microsoft Office proficiency.Strong communication and organizational skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Associate degree in a related field.Experience in food manufacturing quality control.Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Manteno, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Manteno,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 2026.

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