Quality Control Specialist Jobs in Wisconsin
Quality Control Specialist jobs in Wisconsin are concentrated in food and beverage processing, medical device manufacturing, and industrial machinery production, with demand at every level from entry-level inspector to senior QC manager. Milwaukee, Green Bay, and Madison account for the largest share of openings, anchored by established employers such as Rockwell Automation, Land O'Lakes, and Exact Sciences. The most in-demand specialties are food safety compliance, ISO 9001 auditing, and precision manufacturing inspection. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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We have openings for a Quality Control Technician to join our team. The Quality Control Technician is a vital position at Freshpack. The motivated, qualified candidate will help keep the plant and its products 'in control' by insuring adherence to our internal procedures and protocols.
Freshpack is a custom cheese packaging company that develops and innovates cheese products and packaging. Our products can be found in all 50 states and in most major retailers. Over the past 25 years, our team has grown from 15 to 290+ employees. It is an exciting time to join our team, as we are poised for substantial growth over the next 3-5 years.
Duties/Responsibilities
Bronze Level
- Observe and report
- Work practices of production and other employees
- Proper GMP’s are being followed
- Inspect in-process and finished products for quality and compliance to specifications
- Perform other tasks and projects on an as needed basis
Silver Level (includes Bronze Level duties)
- Adhere to the guidelines in the label compliance policy
- Log and report quality holds to the rest of the organization
- Review incoming COA’s for compliance to specifications
- Perform product testing on residual O2
- Manage retain products
- Complete pre-shipment reviews as needed
Gold Level (includes Bronze and Silver Level duties)
- Perform equipment calibrations
- Maintain product attributes library
- Perform security and storage verifications
- Sample prep for external laboratories
- Assist with training within the department
Platinum Level (includes Bronze, Silver, and Gold Level duties)
- Assist with environmental swabbing
- Compose, analyze, and provide customers with COA’s
- Perform a series of additional audits and inspections
- Assist with ensuring product specifications are current and accurate
Required Skills/Abilities
- Ability to prioritize and manage time
- Demonstrates attention to detail
- Ability to follow complex instructions
- Ability to be highly effective with minimal supervision
- Basic computer and email composing skills
Education and Experience
- GED or equivalent
- Experience is not required.
- On the job training is provided.
Physical Requirements
Ability to work in temperatures ranging from 33°-65°F
Shifts
- Days: 6:00am - 4:30pm Mon - Thu (some overtime required on Fridays)
- Nights: 3:30pm-2:00am Mon - Thu (some overtime required on Fridays)
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, company-provided life insurance & more!
- Referral program
- 401(k) program
- Pay for Performance program
- Get paid every Friday!
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Quality Control Specialist Job Market in Wisconsin
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Electronics & Hardware
- Construction & Real Estate
What Wisconsin Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality control specialist jobs across Wisconsin.
- High school diploma or associate degree in a technical or manufacturing-related field
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management standards and audit documentation
- Experience using measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and coordinate measuring machines
- Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices required for food, beverage, or medical device roles
- Proficiency with statistical process control methods and quality data analysis
- Ability to write nonconformance reports and document corrective and preventive actions
Quality Control Specialist Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality control specialist in Wisconsin?
Most Wisconsin employers require at least a high school diploma or a two-year technical degree from a program at a school such as Madison College, Milwaukee Area Technical College, or Fox Valley Technical College. A Certified Quality Inspector or Certified Quality Technician credential from the American Society for Quality strengthens any application. Wisconsin does not require a state-issued license for quality control specialists, so credentials and hands-on manufacturing or laboratory experience carry the most weight.
How much do quality control specialists make in Wisconsin?
Quality control specialists in Wisconsin earn a median of about $49,610 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $37,290 for the lowest 10% to over $69,270 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire quality control specialists in Wisconsin?
Companies currently hiring quality control specialists in Wisconsin include Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, Jobot, and Merck KGaA, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Wisconsin's food processing, medical device, and industrial manufacturing sectors generate some of the most consistent openings across the state.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most quality control specialist jobs?
Madison, Waukesha, and Verona have the most quality control specialist openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee leads because of its dense concentration of medical device manufacturers and industrial suppliers, while Green Bay's food and packaging industry drives demand there, and Madison's growth in life sciences and diagnostics companies has made it an increasingly active market for quality roles.
Are there remote quality control specialist jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes, but they're rare. Quality control specialist work is largely hands-on and tied to a physical production floor, lab, or inspection site, so most roles require an on-site presence. About 10% of quality control specialist openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to be documentation-heavy roles such as quality systems auditing, supplier compliance review, or regulatory affairs coordination.
How can I get hired as a quality control specialist in Wisconsin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a production inspector or quality technician role, which Wisconsin manufacturers regularly fill from applicants with a technical certificate and no prior QC title. Employers such as large food processors in Green Bay and medical device manufacturers in the Milwaukee corridor often hire from their own production lines and bring inspectors into formal QC roles. Completing a Certified Quality Inspector course and building familiarity with ISO documentation puts entry-level candidates ahead of other applicants.
Where can I find and apply to quality control specialist jobs in Wisconsin?
You can find and apply to quality control specialist jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current Wisconsin openings across manufacturing, food processing, medical devices, and other industries. Find the roles that fit your experience and apply directly.
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