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3rd shift QA Lab Technician

Chemtech Plastics, Inc.
Elgin, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/22/2026
QA Lab Technician
3rd shift
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Location: Elgin, IL | On-Site

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Inspection of parts from each press at designated intervals.
  • Start-up approvals and last shot inspections.
  • Performing S.P.C. (Statistical Process Control)
  • Monitor SPC data including conformance to Control Limits.
  • Complete containment of suspect product when defects are detected.
  • Generate Internal Corrective Action Report when necessary.
  • Continuous upkeep of all inspection records, logs, and retains.
  • Marking, tagging, and maintaining reference samples.
  • Follow instructions, and procedures for all aspects of the job.
  • Ensure that all parts produced meet all of the inspection criteria.
  • Ensure that finished secondary parts meet customer requirements.
  • To isolate, and properly tag all questionable received components and parts.
  • Assist the Shift Supervisor in making sure that things are being done right the first time.
  • Leading the shift pass-down meetings at the end of the shift.
  • Ensuring that necessary issues are communicated to the Shift Supervisor and the QA Floor Technician.
  • Other duties that may be assigned by the QA Manager.
Required Skills/Abilities:
  • Must be able to use various types of inspection equipment such as: micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gages, vision machine, gage pins, gage blocks, Windows PC, etc.
  • Must have an understanding of S.P.C.
  • Must be able to read blueprints.
  • Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
  • Must be able to judge subtle variations in color (color testing to be performed after hiring and to be repeated every two (2) years.

Education and Experience:

  • High School education or equivalent.
  • Minimum one (1) year experience in an injection molding environment.
  • Minimum one (1) year experience in Q.A. environment.
  • Experience with use of vision inspection equipment
  • Must be able to interact with people well.
  • Any of the above can be deviated depending on the person’s ability to learn.

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer.
  • Office environment.
  • Must be able to lift 15 lbs.
  • Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.
Benefits and Compensation:
  • Full benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, and voluntary plans
  • $22-$23 an hour

Salary : $22 - $23

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