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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # QA Technician, 3rd Shift Sun - Thu 6:30 PM - 3:00 AM - **Company:** The Fulton - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $45,760.0 - $49,920.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Databases, Digital Technology, Software Quality Assurance (SQA), Gsuite - **Published:** June 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=3f517093dbcf2d9d ## About the Role Do you have experience in Teamwork?, Do you have a High school diploma or GED?, * High school diploma or equivalent. * Minimum 2 years of experience in food, pharmaceutical, or consumer goods. Preferred * Experience working with USDA or other regulatory bodies. * Strong knowledge of food safety systems (GMP, HACCP, SQF). * Analytical mindset with root cause analysis skills. * Bilingual communication is a plus. * Effective in a fast-paced, changing environment. * Strong time management and prioritization skills. * Proactive, detail-oriented, and accountable., * Do you have at least 2 years of quality assurance experience in a food, pharmaceutical, or consumer goods environment? * Have you worked in a USDA-regulated facility? * Have you ever conducted or supported pre-operational or sanitation inspections? * Are you comfortable using thermometers, scales, and performing equipment calibrations? * Are you comfortable using digital systems to manage QA data (e.g., Excel, Google Sheets, QA software)? * Have you performed root cause analysis or written corrective action reports? * Are you able to work nights 5-6 times a week? Language: * Spanish (Preferred) * English (Required) ## Description As a Quality Assurance Technician you'll play a key role in ensuring our food products meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. This hands-on position involves inspections, testing, and documentation throughout the production process, with full exposure to plant operations and close collaboration across teams. Responsibilities 1. Quality & Food Safety Oversight · Conduct pre-operational, operational, and sanitation inspections. · Verify compliance with GMPs and USDA standards. · Monitor HACCP critical control points and take corrective action as needed. · Perform quality and food safety tests (physical, chemical, microbiological). · Calibrate and verify testing equipment (e.g., thermometers, scales). 2. Sampling, Audits & Documentation * Execute pre-startup checks for new products, labels, or packaging. * Collect samples and maintain retention protocols. * Manage the hold-and-release program and communicate product holds. * Participate in internal, customer, and third-party audits. * Maintain complete, accurate, and organized records. * Transfer paper records to digital systems and manage databases. 3. Cross Department Collaboration * Review documentation across production to ensure accuracy. * Communicate out-of-spec results or findings to management clearly. * Attend daily production meetings; support other QA staff as needed. * Submit work orders and collaborate with maintenance when required. * Support regulatory compliance officers during inspections or inquiries. 4. Administrative Support * Perform general clerical tasks (e.g., filing, data entry, document revisions). * Record and archive all QA documentation in accordance with policies. 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