Quality Control Technician Jobs in Illinois

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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Temporary Quality Control Lab Technician - Gap Shift

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

This position is responsible for maintaining quality control processes, testing products, and recording and analyzing results gathered to ensure Sherwin products meet quality specifications. This...

Quality Control Technician - 2nd shift

  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 7 hours ago

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

Lead Quality Control Technician

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Demonstrated leadership skills Experience using Microsoft Office, including the ability to create reports, documents, and spreadsheets in MS Word and MS Excel Experience using Quality Management System...

Invoice Quality Control Specialist I or II - Hybri

  • Mark, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Mark, IL
  • 1 day ago

at Mansfield Oil in Mark, Illinois, United States Job Description A hybrid work environment is available once training is completed - 3 days in the Mark, IL office and 2 days remote. The Invoice...

Quality Control Technician

  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 2 days ago

Quality Control Technician Des Plaines, IL 60018 Posted: 07/09/2025 Job Number: 764906 Pay Rate: 23.50 Industry: Plastics JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title: Quality Control Technician Wage: $23.50 /Hour...

Quality Control Technician - 3rd Shift

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

The Quality Control Technician is responsible for ensuring NWF's standards of quality and safety on all finished products....

Quality Control Technician IV

  • Peru, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Peru, IL
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary We are looking for a Quality Technician who will perform various quality systems and testing activities for manufacturing operation, including green and finished product testing, quality...

Quality Control Technician

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

Responsibilities: Perform inspecting, sampling, and physical testing of work-in process and final packaged products per appropriate product specification. Responsible for performing routine...

Quality Control Technician

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

F.H. Paschen has over 115 years of experience in the construction industry. You've driven on highways we paved, you've travelled through airports we modernized, you've commuted through rail...

Quality Control Technician

  • Romeoville, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Romeoville, IL
  • 8 days ago

Job ID: 512598 Non-Exempt Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH company, is the leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North...

Quality Control Technician - 2nd Shift

  • Amboy, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Amboy, IL
  • 8 days ago

And we will be better with you Sensient is hiring a Quality Control Technician I - Second shift to join our team. If you are passionate about quality and food safety, we want to hear from you!...

Quality Control Technician - 2nd Shift

  • Roscoe, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Roscoe, IL
  • 9 days ago

Position Summary: Schafer Industries is currently seeking a 1st Shift Quality Control Technician for its Schafer Gear Works operation in Roscoe, IL....

Quality Control Technician

  • Streamwood, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Streamwood, IL
  • 10 days ago

Job Title: Quality Control Technician Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Quality Control Technician responsible for conducting in-process quality testing and ensuring compliance with FDA regulations...

QC Specialist

  • Carol Stream, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Carol Stream, IL
  • 10 days ago

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

Quality Control Tech

  • Elgin, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Elgin, IL
  • 12 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...

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Quality Control Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Certified Quality Technician (2025)
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Salary for Quality Control Technician Jobs in Illinois

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Quality Control Technicians in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.4%
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
1.5%
Some High School
0.4%

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