Quality Control Technician Jobs in Chicago, 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 Specialist

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago

The QC Specialist is pivotal in ensuring quality and food safety compliance while supporting R&D activities at our Chicago savory locations. This role involves close collaboration with Quality,...

Quality Control Specialist

  • Elmhurst, IL (14 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Elmhurst, IL (14 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

Overview The QC Specialist plays a vital role in ensuring all products produced at C Studio are made accurately and meet quality standard. This role inspects materials and products for accuracy...

Freelance Quality Control Operator - Big Ten Netwo

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

at FOX Payroll Services in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANYFox Sports FOX Sports, the industry leader in live events, is the umbrella entity representing...

Career Opportunities: Technician - Quality Control (93001)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

About Us Freeman is a global leader in events, on a mission to redefine live for a new era. With a data-driven approach and the industry' largest network of experts, Freeman's insights shape...

Quality Control Technician I

  • Morton Grove, IL (11 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Morton Grove, IL (11 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Summary As a member of our manufacturing Quality Assurance team, the Quality Control Technician I will enforce quality, safety, and sanitation regulations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment....

Quality Control Technician

  • Prospect Heights, IL (19 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Prospect Heights, IL (19 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Job Title: Quality Control Technician Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Quality Control Technician for the 2nd shift....

Quality Control Technician

  • Des Plaines, IL (15 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (15 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Quality Control Technician Des Plaines, IL 60018 Posted: 04/22/2025 Job Number: 759418 Pay Rate: 23.50 Industry: Plastics JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title: Quality Control Technician Wage: $23.50/Hour...

Freelance Quality Control Operator - Big Ten Network

  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY Fox Sports FOX Sports, the industry leader in live events, is the umbrella entity representing Fox Corporation's wide array of multi-platform US-based sports assets. Built...

Doughnut Factory Quality Control Technician

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (18 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (18 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Krispy Kreme's Quality Control Technicians have a special role in ensuring that all of our products are meeting our high quality standards....

Quality Control Tech. / GU - 1st Shift - Chicago RACINE

  • Chicago, IL
  • 21 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 21 days ago

Perform a variety of line audits and tests during production to ensure that product is being made within specification and that proper production and sanitary procedures are being followed. Job...

Quality Control Technician I

  • Northbrook, IL (17 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL (17 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 25 days ago

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

Quality Control Tech. / GU - 3rd Shift - Chicago RACINE

  • Chicago, IL
  • 25 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 25 days ago

Quality Control Tech. / GU - 3rd Shift - Chicago RACINE Job Category: Quality Assurance Requisition Number: QUALI002451 ing Details ed: April 1, 2025 Full-Time On-site Rate: $19.50 USD per hour...

Bilingual Food QC Tech

  • Park Ridge, IL (12 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Park Ridge, IL (12 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 28 days ago

LabPersonnel Bilingual Food QC Tech in Park Ridge , Illinois This job was posted by : For more information, please see: Bilingual Food QC Tech for Specialty Food Company in Wheeling, IL Duties of...

Quality Control Technician

  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Salary Range: $51,000 - $64,000 Annually Summary: The Quality Control Technician will implement and comply with quality assurance methods and procedures to ensure products and materials are...

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Salary for Quality Control Technician Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Highest Education Level

Quality Control Technicians in Chicago, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.3%
High School or GED
20.0%
Associate's Degree
15.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.0%
Master's Degree
12.3%
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 Chicago, 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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