Quality Technician Jobs in Illinois

Quality Technician jobs in Illinois are consistently active, concentrated in the state's deep manufacturing base across automotive components, aerospace, medical devices, and food processing industries, with openings at every level from entry-level inspection to senior quality assurance roles. The heaviest hiring is in and around Chicago, Rockford, and Peoria, where major employers like Caterpillar, Abbott Laboratories, and Boeing have long-standing Illinois operations. The most in-demand specialties are incoming inspection, statistical process control, and ISO documentation. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles125+
Top employerAmeritek
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring81
Work type90% On-site
Top industryChemicals

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Adient
Quality Technician
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Quality Technician
Adient
Normal, Illinois
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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SG360
Quality Control Technician
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Added 2d ago
Quality Control Technician
SG360
Wheeling, Illinois
Business Analysis
Data Analytics
Data Science
501-1,000

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Dynamic Manufacturing
Quality Technician I - 2nd Shift
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Quality Technician I - 2nd Shift
Dynamic Manufacturing
Hillside, Illinois
Maintenance & Repair
Manufacturing Operations
Skilled Trades
$19 - $22/hr

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Plastipak
Quality Technician
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Quality Technician
Plastipak
Champaign, Illinois
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
High school diploma or GED
5,001-10,000

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Plexus
Quality Technician - 2nd Shift
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Quality Technician - 2nd Shift
Plexus
Buffalo Grove, Illinois
Communications
Content & Communications
Public Relations (PR)
$44k - $67k/yr
Associate's degree
10,000+

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Quality Technician Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
9 jobs
Aurora
7 jobs
Des Plaines
4 jobs
Cary
3 jobs
Elgin
3 jobs
Joliet
3 jobs
Wheeling
3 jobs
Romeoville
3 jobs
Bolingbrook
3 jobs

Quality Technician Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Ameritek
Ameritek4 open roles
Maker's Pride
Maker's Pride3 open roles
Pretium Packaging
Pretium Packaging3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Chemicals & Materials
  • Automotive
  • Manufacturing
  • Food & Beverage
  • Electronics & Hardware

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in quality technician jobs across Illinois.

  • High school diploma or equivalent required, with associate or bachelor's degree preferred
  • Experience with measurement tools including calipers, micrometers, and gauges
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management standards and documentation practices
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
  • Experience with statistical process control methods and quality data recording
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality management software such as SAP or Oracle

Quality Technician Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a quality technician in Illinois?

Most Illinois employers hire quality technicians with a high school diploma plus hands-on manufacturing or inspection experience, though an associate degree in quality technology, industrial technology, or a related field strengthens your candidacy. Illinois does not require a state-issued license for most quality technician roles. Earning an ASQ Certified Quality Technician credential is widely recognized by Illinois manufacturers and demonstrates proficiency in inspection, testing, and quality principles.

Which companies hire quality technicians in Illinois?

Illinois quality technician roles are posted by Ameritek, Maker's Pride, and Pretium Packaging and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Illinois's concentration of Tier 1 automotive suppliers, medical device manufacturers, and aerospace contractors means hiring stays steady across a broad range of company sizes and industries.

Which Illinois cities have the most quality technician jobs?

Chicago, Aurora, and Des Plaines lead Illinois for quality technician openings. Chicago and its suburbs anchor the market through a dense cluster of medical device, food processing, and industrial manufacturing employers, while Rockford's longstanding aerospace and fastener manufacturing base and Peoria's heavy equipment and agricultural machinery sector drive steady demand outside the metro area.

Are there remote quality technician jobs in Illinois?

Yes, but they're rare. Quality technician work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring physical inspection of parts, operation of measurement equipment, and presence on the production floor. About 10% of quality technician openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those roles typically cover documentation review, supplier auditing, or quality systems administration rather than direct inspection duties.

How can I get hired as a quality technician in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to production inspector or quality control associate roles at Illinois manufacturers, which require no prior quality-specific experience and provide on-the-job training. Large Illinois employers in the Chicago suburban corridor and Rockford area regularly hire people from adjacent roles in machine operation, warehouse receiving, or assembly. Completing an ASQ Certified Quality Technician preparation course through a community college such as Rock Valley College or Moraine Valley Community College gives candidates a measurable edge over other applicants.

Where can I find and apply to quality technician jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to quality technician jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to whichever positions fit your background.

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