Quality Assurance Lead

Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking a QA Technician - Lead in Bridgeview, IL.

Contract to Hire |
Shift: Monday - Thursday 3:45pm-2:30am |
Pay: $30/hr

We’re seeking a Quality Technician - Lead who brings initiative, independence, and deep attention to detail. This individual will lead CAPA investigations, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. This role is critical in ensuring product integrity and compliance, from startup through production and shipping, while mentoring and guiding teams to maintain the highest quality standards.

• Lead and own CAPA investigations, including initiating, documenting, and closing corrective and preventive actions.
• Lead routine and complex inspections at all stages of production (startup, changeovers, ongoing).
• Identify non‑conformances, determine root causes, and drive corrective actions to resolution.
• Maintain, calibrate, and document lab equipment in coordination with internal teams and third‑party services.
• Prepare and review Certificates of Analysis (COAs) for outgoing products.
• Manage retained sample systems and lab inventory, ensuring compliance with company and industry standards.
• 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.
• Practice continuous improvement using PDCA and Risk Management principles.
• Help maintain compliance with internal policies, safety procedures, and customer requirements.

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent (Associate degree preferred).
• Experience: Previous experience in quality inspection or lab testing in a manufacturing or production environment, with demonstrated experience leading CAPA investigations and driving corrective actions.
• Strong knowledge of measurements, weights, and tolerances.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for 8–12 hours.
• Familiarity with dimensional gauges and calibration standards.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills.
• Detail‑oriented with a strong sense of accountability.
• SAP or similar ERP experience is a plus.
• Lab or R&D experience is a strong advantage.

Seniority level: Associate |
Employment type: Full‑time |
Job function: Quality Assurance (Chemical Raw Materials Manufacturing, Chemical Manufacturing, Packaging and Containers Manufacturing)