Quality Control Inspector Two Jobs in Chicago, IL

Job Summary

The QC Inspector Lead is an experienced quality inspection role responsible for performing incoming and in process inspections while serving as the primary quality point of contact outside of active production rooms. This role provides day to day inspection execution equivalent to a QC Inspector II, with expanded responsibility for cross functional coordination, issue escalation, and inspection readiness support.
The QC Inspector Lead is also trained as a backup to QC Supervisors and is qualified to support inside-the-room quality expectations as needed, including cleanroom gowning verification, production setup checks, batch record audit support, and procedural compliance monitoring. This role does not have direct supervisory authority but provides functional leadership, continuity, and coverage to ensure inspection execution and quality presence are maintained across operations.

Job Description

Shift Schedule: Monday-Friday 10pm-6:30am

Incoming Inspection Activities

• Perform incoming inspections of raw materials including cloth, solutions, corrugate, film, and labels in accordance with approved procedures, PICs, and inspection forms.

• Verify vendor shipping documentation, QA Receiver forms, COAs/COCs, material numbers, batch/lot numbers, quantities, expiration dates, and vendor identification.

• Confirm SAP batch numbering, HU labels, and prefix/suffix requirements to ensure full material traceability.

• Conduct visual, dimensional, and functional inspections using approved tools and specifications.

• Determine appropriate sample sizes and accept/reject criteria and accurately document inspection results.

• Review completed incoming inspection paperwork when completed and update inspection logs and SAP material status.

• Initiate NonConforming Material Reports (NCMRs) for rejected raw materials and ensure proper labeling, segregation, documentation, and SAP status changes.

In-Process Inspection & Sampling

• Perform in-process inspections during production to verify conformance to visual, dimensional, and functional requirements.

• Complete quality sections of the Master Batch Record accurately and in real time.

• Collect chemical, microbiological, content uniformity, retain, and APR samples per approved sampling procedures.

• Label, document, and store samples appropriately to maintain traceability and sample integrity.

• Calculate production quantities and determine sampling plans using approved AQL standards.

• Identify when acceptance criteria are not met, initiate NonConforming Material Reports (NCMRs) and escalate quality issues as required.

Manufacturing Support & Material Control

• Inspect and approve production startup samples prior to releasing the line for full production.

• Confirm material movement, component traceability, solution totes, and requisitioned materials align with the active work order.

• Verify proper allocation and usage of materials between orders in accordance with approved procedures.

• Support validation work orders by performing required inspections and documentation.

Quality Point of Contact - Outside Production Rooms

• Serve as the primary QC contact for Operations, Warehouse, Engineering, and Quality partners for inspectionrelated questions, material status, and inspection readiness outside of production rooms.

• Coordinate and communicate inspection priorities, material disposition status, and inspection outcomes to support production flow and scheduling.

• Support material movement, traceability verification, and inspection release activities in alignment with active work orders.

• Escalate quality issues, inspection delays, or compliance risks to QC Supervisors or Quality leadership as appropriate.

Backup QC & Supervisor Support (Inside the Room)

• Maintain qualification and readiness to act as backup support for QC Supervisor functions during production activities as needed.

• Verify cleanroom gowning compliance, aseptic practices, and PPE adherence when supporting operations inside production rooms.

• Perform production setup verification, including line clearance, material verification, equipment status checks, and documentation readiness per approved batch records and SOPs.

• Support batch record audits, documentation reviews, and realtime procedural compliance checks during manufacturing execution.

• Identify and communicate procedural deviations, documentation errors, or compliance concerns in real time.

Documentation, Compliance & Quality Systems

• Maintain accurate, complete, and compliant quality documentation including inspection forms, batch records, sample logs, and nonconformance records.

• Scan paper records for electronic filing as required.

• Ensure all activities comply with approved SOPs, GMP requirements, and quality system standards.

• Communicate inspection results, deviations, and quality concerns to Quality, Production, and Warehouse teams.

• Support audits, investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives as required.

Aseptic Practices, Cleaning & Safety

• Follow gowning, PPE, and aseptic technique requirements while performing inspections and sampling.

• Perform and document required cleaning and sanitization of QC sampling areas, tools, carts, and equipment.

• Follow all EHS and chemical handling requirements and use proper ergonomic techniques when handling materials.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Work Experience

• Experience in quality inspection, manufacturing, warehouse, or regulated production environment preferred.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to read and accurately complete quality documentation and inspection forms.

• Basic understanding of sampling, inspection criteria, and defect identification.

• Attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures precisely.

• Effective communication and documentation skills.

PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Work Experience

• Prior experience in GMP, cleanroom, medical device, or regulated manufacturing environment.

• Experience with SAP, Reliance, or electronic quality systems.

Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

The anticipated salary range for this position:

$26.75 - $38.75 Hourly

The actual salary will vary based on applicant's location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold.

Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average. For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions, paid time off, as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp. For a more comprehensive list of our benefits please click here.

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Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.