Quality Control Technician Jobs in Northlake, 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 Technician

  • Lockport, IL (22 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Lockport, IL (22 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

We are seeking a Quality Control Technician, County Prestress & Precast, LLC, in Lockport, IL....

Quality Control Technician

  • Vernon Hills, IL (22 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL (22 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Quality Control Technician** **Job Description** We are seeking a dedicated Quality Control Technician to join our team....

Quality Control Technician

  • West Chicago, IL (16 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Chicago, IL (16 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 2 days ago

YOU As an 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....

US - Kitting/QC Associate

  • Schaumburg, IL (12 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (12 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Position Description Title: Kitting/Quality Control Technician Department: Operations Immediate Supervisor: Manufacturing Supervisor Location: Schaumburg Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly Principle Accountabilities...

Quality Control Specialist

  • Aurora, IL (21 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (21 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 2 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 Tech 12 Hour Shifts

  • Elgin, IL (18 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Elgin, IL (18 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 3 days 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...

Quality Control Technician - 2nd shift

  • Des Plaines, IL (9 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (9 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 6 days ago

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

Technician Quality Control

  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 9 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, Freemans insights shape...

Career Opportunities: Technician Quality Control (93198)

  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 10 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...

QC Technician

  • Carol Stream, IL (12 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Carol Stream, IL (12 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 11 days ago

QC Technician Job Description The QC Technician is responsible for auditing finished goods and manufacturing facilities, maintaining databases, troubleshooting, and handling product disposition....

Quality Control Specialist

  • Tinley Park, IL (24 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Tinley Park, IL (24 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Bettinardi Golf is looking for a Quality Control Specialist to join our Operations team. As a Quality Control Specialist, you will guarantee our products meet quality expectations by completing...

Quality Control Technician

  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 15 days ago

COPY LINK link Our client is seeking a Quality Control Technician to join their team!...

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Quality Control Technician (2nd Shift)

  • Wood Dale, IL (5 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Wood Dale, IL (5 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Quality Control Technician About Optimas Optimas Solutions is a global distributor of integrated supply chain solutions, and engineering support focused on delivering fasteners, components, industrial...

Lead QC Technician

  • Bridgeview, IL (13 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Bridgeview, IL (13 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 17 days ago

Support product R&D testing and assist in implementing quality system documentation and improvements. Authorize the release of packaging work orders and verify product specs for finished goods....

Lead QC Technician

  • Bridgeview, IL (13 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Bridgeview, IL (13 miles from Northlake, IL)
  • 18 days ago

Support product R&D testing and assist in implementing quality system documentation and improvements. Authorize the release of packaging work orders and verify product specs for finished goods....

Demographic Data for Northlake, IL

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Quality Control Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Water Quality Control
The course material emphasizes mathematical models for predicting distribution and fate of effluents discharged into lakes, reservoirs, rivers, estuaries, and oceans. It also focuses on...
Probability And Its Applications To Reliability, Quality Control, And Risk Assessment
This course covers interpretations of the concept of probability. Topics include basic probability rules; random variables and distribution functions; functions of random variables; and...
Pharmaceutical Quality Control
OverviewPharmaceutical Quality Control and Assurance is a course that focuses on the principles and techniques involved in ensuring that pharmaceutical products are safe, effective, and of high...

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Salary for Quality Control Technician Jobs in Northlake, IL

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Highest Education Level

Quality Control Technicians in Northlake, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.4%
High School or GED
19.9%
Associate's Degree
15.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.0%
Master's Degree
12.5%
Some College
1.6%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Quality Control Technicians in Northlake, 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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