Quality Control Inspector Jobs in Illinois
Quality Control Inspector jobs in Illinois are concentrated in manufacturing, food processing, and pharmaceutical production, with demand steady at both entry and senior levels across a market that ranks among the most active in the Midwest. Chicago, Rockford, and Joliet are the largest hiring metros, anchored by employers such as Abbott Laboratories, Caterpillar, and Kraft Heinz, all of which maintain significant Illinois operations and hire quality control inspectors on a recurring basis. The most in-demand specialties are GMP compliance, ISO auditing, and incoming materials inspection. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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POSITION SUMMARY
The Quality Control Inspector is responsible for monitoring vendors for contract and program compliance. Primary duties will include conducting quality control inspections in the field to ensure correct application of HUD and PHA inspection requirements, and to conduct Enforcement Reviews. Reports to the HCV Inspections Compliance Manager.
- Maintain full understanding of program requirements, procedures, goals, as well as HUD and internally established measurement systems
- Perform Quality Control inspections in the field using the CHA Inspection Standards to determine compliance with HUD and PHA inspection requirements
- Monitor vendor performance in the following areas:
o Proper application of HUD and PHA inspection requirements
o Performing abatements as required under SEMAP measurement.
o Rent reasonableness determinations.
o Update CHA's database systems
o Proper documentation in file
- Recommending changes to CHA Inspections Guidebook
- Meet with vendors to review and discuss quality control results
- Record and report vendor scores and performance
- Generate reports for selections
- Route inspections and communicate schedule with tenant and owners
- Perform other HCV Quality Control Program functions as requested
- Performs all other duties and projects as assigned
- Perform other HCV Quality Control Program functions, including file reviews, financial and HUD report reviews, as requested.
QUALIFICATIONS
This position requires a minimum of five years of relevant field experience in real estate sales, property management, property maintenance, housing inspections, construction, or property rehabilitation. Experience using electronic and computerized information systems, Microsoft Word, and Excel. Experience in conducting audits and/or reviews preferred. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Requires effective problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills. Yardi experience preferred. Must possess a current driver's license. The ideal candidate will display enthusiasm for undertaking challenges, a professional and respectful demeanor, and the ability to establish and meet critical goals. Within one year, the incumbent will be required to pass HCV Housing Quality Standards certification examination with an 85% or higher level.
BENEFITS AT-A-GLANCE
Vacation, Sick and Personal, competitive PTO package
Medical (HMO, PPO, and No employee cost High-Deductible PPO) Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance
Pet Insurance
Parking Transit
Prepaid Legal Services
Brightstar 529 College Savings Plan
Identity Theft Protection
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
Deferred Compensation Plan: Empower 457/401(a) with a 3% employer match
Pension Plan: CHA makes contributions on behalf of the employee, along with the employee's 3% contribution; 100% vesting occurs after 6 years of continuous employment or opt-out of CHA's Retirement Plan and continues to participate in the Municipal Employees Annuity and Benefit Fund of Chicago
Hybrid work schedule (position specific) This position may be eligible for remote work following a successful completion of a 90-day probationary period according to CHA’s established policies and procedures.
"Applications will be accepted for 30 days from the date of posting. However, the position may be closed at any point if a sufficient number of qualified applications are received.”
Salary Range: $65,000 - $70,000
Grade: 62U
FLSA: Exempt
Union: Yes
POSITION SUMMARY
The Quality Control Inspector is responsible for monitoring vendors for contract and program compliance. Primary duties will include conducting quality control inspections in the field to ensure correct application of HUD and PHA inspection requirements, and to conduct Enforcement Reviews. Reports to the HCV Inspections Compliance Manager.
- Maintain full understanding of program requirements, procedures, goals, as well as HUD and internally established measurement systems
- Perform Quality Control inspections in the field using the CHA Inspection Standards to determine compliance with HUD and PHA inspection requirements
- Monitor vendor performance in the following areas:
o Proper application of HUD and PHA inspection requirements
o Performing abatements as required under SEMAP measurement.
o Rent reasonableness determinations.
o Update CHA's database systems
o Proper documentation in file
- Recommending changes to CHA Inspections Guidebook
- Meet with vendors to review and discuss quality control results
- Record and report vendor scores and performance
- Generate reports for selections
- Route inspections and communicate schedule with tenant and owners
- Perform other HCV Quality Control Program functions as requested
- Performs all other duties and projects as assigned
- Perform other HCV Quality Control Program functions, including file reviews, financial and HUD report reviews, as requested.
QUALIFICATIONS
This position requires a minimum of five years of relevant field experience in real estate sales, property management, property maintenance, housing inspections, construction, or property rehabilitation. Experience using electronic and computerized information systems, Microsoft Word, and Excel. Experience in conducting audits and/or reviews preferred. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Requires effective problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills. Yardi experience preferred. Must possess a current driver's license. The ideal candidate will display enthusiasm for undertaking challenges, a professional and respectful demeanor, and the ability to establish and meet critical goals. Within one year, the incumbent will be required to pass HCV Housing Quality Standards certification examination with an 85% or higher level.
BENEFITS AT-A-GLANCE
Vacation, Sick and Personal, competitive PTO package
Medical (HMO, PPO, and No employee cost High-Deductible PPO) Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance
Pet Insurance
Parking Transit
Prepaid Legal Services
Brightstar 529 College Savings Plan
Identity Theft Protection
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
Deferred Compensation Plan: Empower 457/401(a) with a 3% employer match
Pension Plan: CHA makes contributions on behalf of the employee, along with the employee's 3% contribution; 100% vesting occurs after 6 years of continuous employment or opt-out of CHA's Retirement Plan and continues to participate in the Municipal Employees Annuity and Benefit Fund of Chicago
Hybrid work schedule (position specific) This position may be eligible for remote work following a successful completion of a 90-day probationary period according to CHA’s established policies and procedures.
"Applications will be accepted for 30 days from the date of posting. However, the position may be closed at any point if a sufficient number of qualified applications are received.”
Salary Range: $65,000 - $70,000
Grade: 62U
FLSA: Exempt
Union: Yes
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What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality control inspector jobs across Illinois.
- High school diploma or GED required, associate or bachelor's degree preferred by most Illinois employers
- Demonstrated experience with inspection tools including calipers, micrometers, and gauges
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards and quality management documentation practices
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
- Experience with statistical process control and data entry into quality tracking systems
- Strong written communication skills for completing non-conformance reports and audit records
Quality Control Inspector Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality control inspector in Illinois?
Illinois does not require a state-issued license to work as a quality control inspector, so the path typically starts with a high school diploma plus on-the-job training or an associate degree in manufacturing technology or industrial quality from a community college such as Moraine Valley or Heartland. Earning a Certified Quality Inspector credential through the American Society for Quality strengthens your candidacy and is recognized by large Illinois manufacturers as the industry standard.
Which companies hire quality control inspectors in Illinois?
Employers hiring quality control inspectors in Illinois right now include WEST STAR AVIATION, VPet, and Honeywell, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's concentration of food, pharmaceutical, and heavy equipment manufacturers means recurring openings appear across both the Chicago metro and the manufacturing corridor running through Rockford and the Illinois River valley.
Which Illinois cities have the most quality control inspector jobs?
Chicago, East Alton, and Milan have the most quality control inspector openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates due to its density of pharmaceutical, food processing, and electronics manufacturers, while Rockford and Joliet draw consistent postings from precision machining firms and large distribution and consumer goods operations that have anchored those corridors for decades.
Are there remote quality control inspector jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they're rare. Quality control inspection is fundamentally a hands-on role requiring physical presence on the production floor or at an inspection station, so most positions are fully on-site. About 50% of quality control inspector openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to involve documentation review, supplier audit coordination, or quality systems administration rather than direct inspection work.
How can I get hired as a quality control inspector in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to production associate or line technician roles at large Illinois manufacturers, then moving laterally into quality once you have floor experience. Companies such as Abbott, Kraft Heinz, and Caterpillar run structured entry-level programs at their Illinois facilities. Completing an associate degree in quality technology at a community college and earning the American Society for Quality's entry-level certification gives candidates without hands-on experience a clear edge over other applicants.
Where can I find and apply to quality control inspector jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to quality control inspector jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across manufacturing, food production, pharmaceutical, and related industries. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to the employers posting them.
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