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QA Technician - 3rd Shift

​Requisition ID: 63681 
Position Type: (US)Full Time 
Workplace Arrangement:   

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

Where You'll Work:

Located just outside of Chicago, our Melrose Park location is part of our Meat division and creates batter blends, pastry blends, and bread crumbs. We are a fast paced, never a dull moment manufacturing facility that comes together as a team to get the job done. With a growing portfolio, comes need to grow our team! If you’re looking to build a career in manufacturing with a team you can make a difference with, we might be the place for you! This position does not belong to the Melrose Park CBA. This is a NON UNION ROLE. 

 

 

Shift Information:  Monday - Friday, 9:30PM - 6:00AM

 

What you'll do:

As a QA Technician, you will conduct product testing, review customer orders, and monitor production quality. This role offers the opportunity to build and refine skills related to quality systems and customer-focused responsibilities. You will be responsible for product disposition, including the approval of products, packaging materials, and labels, as well as managing the hold and release of inventory. The QA Technician is committed to producing high-quality, safe food that meets our customers’ exacting expectations, enhances our reputation, keeps our employees safe, and protects the environment.
 
  • Perform finished product, in‑process, and raw material testing; document results in required systems.
  • Review results against specifications and determine product disposition (accept, hold, or reject).
  • Prepare and manage reject reports and pallet tags; ensure accuracy and timely removal of voided tags.
  • Maintain retain and control samples, including labeling, organization, recordkeeping, and sample pulls.
  • Conduct rechecks and retesting of held products to support disposition decisions.
  • Complete packaging line and weight audits, including HACCP, date codes, seals, and reporting.
  • Perform production walkthroughs and communicate quality concerns to operators or supervisors.
  • Maintain lab cleanliness, calibrate equipment, follow GMP/HACCP/allergen/safety requirements, and support special projects or training as assigned.

What you'll need to be successful:

•  Associates diploma or Bachelor's degree preferred. High school diploma required.

•  Minimum of 2 years’ experience within Quality Assurance in food manufacturing preferred.

•  Strong problem-solving skills.

•  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

•  Computer proficiency preferred.

Compensation Data

The pay rate for this position is $25.00 per hour.  Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, Life, disability, and accident insurance.  This job posting is anticipated to expire on 06/05/2026.

 

Disclaimer: We may use artificial intelligence tools to support the review and assessment of applications and assist with scheduling interviews. We do not use AI to make decisions during the interview process. All candidate assessments and hiring decisions are made by our recruitment and leadership teams.

​Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov).                              

Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.      

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Posting Type: DNI


Nearest Major Market: Chicago

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