Quality Control Technician Jobs in Cary, IL

A Quality Control Technician plays a crucial role in the quality control industry, ensuring that products and services meet the established standards of quality including reliability, usability, and performance. Their key responsibilities include inspecting materials, products, or systems to identify defects or deviations, conducting tests and measurements using specific tools, maintaining records of testing results, and implementing corrective actions when necessary. They also recommend modifications of existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability.

For this role, technical skills are crucial, such as understanding of statistical quality control, proficiency in MS Office and database systems, and familiarity with blueprints and technical documents. A Bachelor's degree in Quality, Industrial Engineering or a related field is often required. Additionally, certifications such as Certified Quality Technician (CQT) from the American Society for Quality (ASQ) can greatly enhance employment prospects. Prior to becoming a Quality Control Technician, a person may have roles such as Quality Control Inspector, Production Operator, or Laboratory Technician, which provide hands-on experience in product inspection and quality assurance.

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Quality Control Tech

  • Elgin, IL (14 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elgin, IL (14 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 1 day ago

We're Not Just in the Packaging Business-We're in the "Wow" Business Pregis is Hiring! Why Join Pregis? Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing...

QC Lab Technician

  • Cary, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Cary, IL
  • 2 days ago

The Lab Technician is assigned to perform duties in either the QC Lab or the R&D Lab. The Lab Technician / QC is responsible for testing and inspecting raw materials and products at various stages...

Quality Control Technician

  • Des Plaines, IL (21 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (21 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 3 days ago

As a Quality Control Technician, you will be part of the Quality Management System supporting various teams....

Quality Control Specialist

  • Carol Stream, IL (22 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Carol Stream, IL (22 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Job Description: The Quality Control Specialist has broad responsibility for Quality Control auditing of finished goods and the manufacturing facility. This position will also be responsible for...

Quality Control Associate I, Instruments

  • Northbrook, IL (21 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL (21 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 9 days ago

System and Health and Safety policies Other duties as assigned Education, Experience and Qualifications Associate's Degree Associate degree in technical field or more than 3 years related experience...

QC Technician

  • Elgin, IL (14 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Elgin, IL (14 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 12 days ago

To Apply for this Job Click Here QC Technician As a QC Technician, you will be part of a team responsible for ensuring that the Northgate Technologies medical components, Devices and Disposable...

Senior Quality Control Specialist

  • Rosemont, IL (23 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL (23 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Wintrust Mortgage was founded in 1981 to help customers achieve the American dream of homeownership and has since successfully navigated the ever-changing real estate market. As a full-service,...

QC Specialist

  • West Chicago, IL (22 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • West Chicago, IL (22 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 13 days ago

Job Description: The Quality Control Specialist has broad responsibility for Quality Control auditing of finished goods and the manufacturing facility. This position will also be responsible for...

Quality Control Technician

  • Mundelein, IL (9 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Mundelein, IL (9 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 13 days ago

1.0 Purpose The purpose of this job description is to define standard procedures for the Quality Technician at NAHS. 2.0 Scope This procedure applies to the Quality Technician employee at NAHS....

Senior Quality Control Specialist FIF

  • Northbrook, IL (21 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL (21 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 13 days ago

As one of the largest premium finance companies in the country, FIRST Insurance Funding provides full premium finance services, plus additional services built specifically for agencies. We pride...

Quality Control Tech

  • Bull Valley, IL (9 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Bull Valley, IL (9 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Performs a variety of inspection duties at required intervals using gauges and a microscope to inspect parts for dimensions, color and appearance Performs periodic scanning of molded components to...

Quality Control Technician I

  • North Chicago, IL (20 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • North Chicago, IL (20 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Quality Control Technician I#25-61657 North Chicago, IL All On-site Job Description Position Title - Quality Control Technician I Location/Site - US-IL-Lake County Number of positions needed - 1 Job...

Associate Quality Control Technician

  • West Chicago, IL (22 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • West Chicago, IL (22 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 18 days ago

YOU As an Associate Quality Control Technician, you will work in the Quality Control lab performing routine tests on chemical and non-chemical products purchased, manufactured, and raw materials....

Quality Control Associate I, Reagents

  • Northbrook, IL (21 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL (21 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 23 days ago

Maintain effective and professional multi-level organizational interfaces Ensure personal compliance with Quality System; facilitate sectional compliance with the Quality System....

Quality Control Technician I

  • Northbrook, IL (21 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL (21 miles from Cary, IL)
  • 23 days ago

Quality Control Technician Northbrook, IL / On-Site 1st Shift Position Overview: The Quality Control Technician reports to the Production Manager/Supervisor....

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Salary for Quality Control Technician Jobs in Cary, IL

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Highest Education Level

Quality Control Technicians in Cary, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.3%
High School or GED
19.9%
Associate's Degree
15.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.0%
Master's Degree
12.5%
Some College
1.6%
Doctorate Degree
1.4%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Quality Control Technicians in Cary, IL
None
43.9%
2-4 years
20.0%
Less than 1 year
14.4%
1-2 years
10.9%
4-6 years
9.5%
10+ years
0.7%
8-10 years
0.7%



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