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Quality Control Associate- 3rd Shift

Aurora, IL · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

... operating in Oswego for 29 years. We manufacture high-quality parts for food packaging, medical ... HQC operates 24/7, so schedules may include weekdays, Saturdays, and/or Sundays as needed.

Aerotek

Forklift Operator

Wheeling, IL · On-site

$18/hr

... inventory control that supports on-time delivery and high-quality customer service ... weekday schedule that promotes work-life balance. Work Environment The role is based in a ...

United Surgical Partners

RN PACU

Lincolnwood, IL · On-site

Position requires weekdays only -- no holidays, weekends, or call. Some early mornings and later ... Manage airway, pain control, and vital signs until patients meet discharge criteria * Document ...

BrightSpring

Pharmacy Technician

Bensenville, IL

$21/hr

Up to 20 hrs/wk Weekdays: 8am- 430pm; 12pm- 830pm Weekends and holidays: 8am-430pm ; 1pm- 930pm ... Operating automated machines to prepack medications. * Mixing IV medications and sanitizing IV room ...

PharMerica

Pharmacy Technician

Bensenville, IL · On-site

$18/hr

Up to 20 hrs/wk Weekdays: 8am- 430pm; 12pm- 830pm Weekends and holidays: 8am-430pm ; 1pm- 930pm ... Operating automated machines to prepack medications. * Mixing IV medications and sanitizing IV room ...

PharMerica

Pharmacy Technician

Bensenville, IL

$18 - $21/hr

Up to 20 hrs/wk Weekdays: 8am- 430pm; 12pm- 830pm Weekends and holidays: 8am-430pm ; 1pm- 930pm ... Operating automated machines to prepack medications. * Mixing IV medications and sanitizing IV room ...

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Quality Control Associate- 3rd Shift

HQC

Aurora, IL • On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Quality Control Associate

HQC Inc. | Oswego, IL | Full-Time


3rd Shift: 10:45pm-7:15am

Starting pay $18-20 an hour



Join the HQC Team:

HQC Inc. is a well-established plastic injection molding company that has been in business for 38 years and proudly operating in Oswego for 29 years. We manufacture high-quality parts for food packaging, medical devices, and personal care products in a clean, modern, air-conditioned facility. Our team is committed to reliable service, consistent quality, and a safe, professional work environment.

HQC operates 24/7, so schedules may include weekdays, Saturdays, and/or Sundays as needed. Employees are not required to work every weekend.


Job Overview:

The Quality Control Associate reports to the Quality Supervisor and plays an important role in helping ensure that products meet HQC’s quality standards. This position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, dependable, and interested in working in a manufacturing environment where quality and accuracy matter.


Key Responsibilities:

·         Complete inspections and documentation at assigned work centers.

·         Perform visual inspections and use go/no-go gauges, calipers, micrometers, vision systems, and other fixtures.

·         Conduct start-up inspections for job changes.

·         Perform audit inspections as needed.

·         Follow HQC training procedures to build and maintain the skills needed for success.

·         Support quality standards and communicate concerns or issues as appropriate.

·         Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.


Qualifications:

·         Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

·         Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft products.

·         Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

·         Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift approximately 20 lbs. as part of regular job duties.

·         Prior manufacturing experience is helpful but not required.

·         Familiarity with ISO quality management systems, SQF, or quality sampling systems is a plus.


Schedule:

This is a full-time position. Overtime may be available. Because HQC operates 24/7 so schedules may include weekdays, Saturday, and/or Sundays as needed.


Benefits:

·         7 paid holidays starting after 30 days.

·         40 hours of paid time off after 90 days.

·         Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance beginning the first of the month after 60 days.

·         401(k) with up to 4% company match after 90 days, with 100% vesting from the start.


Why Work at HQC?

At HQC, quality is central to everything we do. We provide training, support, and a clean manufacturing environment where team members can take pride in producing reliable products for important industries.


www.hqcinc.com

Applications are also available in person Monday thru Friday - 8:00AM to 3:30PM

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Company Description

HQC Incorporated specializes in plastic molding and value-added secondary services for the food, beverage, medical, personal care and packaging markets. We serve select companies looking to gain an advantage through fast response times, Quality, design for manufacturability and prompt prototype turnarounds. Executive oversight allows HQC teams and leaders to make swift decisions and produce your project to the best of our ability, in a safe and efficient manner.