Food Quality Assurance Line Inspector

Step into a day on the line

Picture this: you arrive at a clean, organized food production facility in Portage, IN. After a quick huddle with your team, you rotate through stations—checking incoming ingredients, examining packaging integrity, and inspecting finished food products. You run basic quality checks, document test results, and flag any defects so they never reach customers. Throughout your shift, you follow GMPs and safety protocols, and you keep your area spotless and orderly.

About the role

Nexus Employment is hiring Quality Assurance Line Inspectors to support a growing food manufacturing partner in Portage, IN. We have immediate openings across 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift for reliable, detail-focused team members.

Compensation & schedule

• Pay: $17–$18 per hour
• Status: Full-time
• Pay cadence: Weekly
• Shifts: Immediate openings on 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift

What you’ll do

• Inspect food products, ingredients, and packaging for quality and consistency
• Perform quality checks and basic testing; accurately record results
• Identify and report defects promptly to the appropriate team members
• Follow GMPs and all safety standards at all times
• Maintain a clean, organized work area

What you bring

• Experience in production or quality inspection (preferred)
• Comfort standing for 8+ hours
• Basic to intermediate math skills for measurements and counts
• Reliable, self-motivated, and collaborative work style

Why you’ll like working here

• Weekly pay and steady, full-time hours
• Clean, well-maintained environment
• Opportunity for advancement

How to apply

Apply in person Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Bring 2 forms of ID.

Apply at any location:

• 600 W. 81st Ave, Unit 1A – Merrillville, IN
• 6575 Daniel Burnham Dr, Suite C – Portage, IN
• 8135 Kennedy Ave – Highland, IN