Quality Assurance Lead - Kankakee
1 day ago
Job description
Title:
QA Lead
Responsibilities
Perform daily calibrations of scales, thermometers, and other quality-related equipment to ensure accurate readings.
Record calibration results and address any discrepancies or malfunctions immediately.
Document and report all product holds, deviations, and quality issues encountered during the shift.
Escalate critical concerns, such as CCP (Critical Control Point) violations, to the appropriate personnel for immediate resolution.
Maintain detailed and accurate records in the shift report for traceability and follow-up.
Perform or assist in environmental monitoring activities, including swabbing for the environmental monitoring program.
Conduct ATP verifications and allergen testing as required, ensuring proper documentation of results.
Troubleshoot and address any issues identified during testing to prevent quality failures.
Actively monitor the designated production line to ensure quality standards and specifications are met throughout the process.
Verify that all QA documentation, including line checks and production records, is completed accurately and on time.
File and organize completed paperwork at the end of each shift for compliance and auditing purposes.
Conduct training and retraining of QA floor staff to reinforce food safety, quality standards, and procedural compliance.
Identify skill gaps among team members and provide hands-on coaching to enhance team performance.
Qualifications
2-3 years working in quality control or quality assurance
Experience working in a food manufacturing environment
1 year of leadership experience
Professional communication skills
Ability to collaborate with and lead a team
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kankakee, IL.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $ $25.00/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 Kankakee,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 6, 2026.
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