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Quality Assurance Technician - Stellar Manufacturing

Leslie's

East Saint Louis, IL

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$18–$27 Per Hour
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Chemistry, Contract Manufacturing, Data Analysis, Documentation, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Higher Education, Laboratory, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Management, Laboratory Testing, Manufacturing, Mathematics, Problem Solving Skills, Product Testing, Production Control, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Quality Management, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Sanitation, Specimen Collection, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Team Player, Testing, Time Management, Water Treatment
LOCATION
East Saint Louis, IL
POSTED
Today
DIVE IN TO A NEW CAREER WITH A LESLIE'S COMPANY:

In September 2022, Stellar Manufacturing was acquired by Leslie's as an affiliate. Stellar Manufacturing is a contract manufacturer of solid particle products and specializes in chemical processing services such as specialtytableting, compaction granulation, and granular filling. We support the manufacturing of a variety of consumer and industrial products including water treatment chemicals, janitorial and sanitation products, agrochemicals, raw materials, and more. With over 30 years of providing best-in-class products and solutions to our customers, there is nothing that we value more than the development and growth of our team. Both Leslie's and Stellar strive to create a positive and fun atmosphere where our Team Members feel valued and are enthusiastic about the contributions they make to the success of Stellar.

Job Overview:

As a Quality Assurance Technician , you will take charge of performing routine line inspections and laboratory testing, collaborating closely with the Quality Assurance and Production teams to ensure every product consistently exceeds customer expectations while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.

Pay Range: $18.00- $27.00 /Hourly

Compensation within range to be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge and skills, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Responsibilities:
  • Perform routine line inspections and laboratory testing to ensure product quality.
  • Follow established methods, SOPs, Quality Management System, and lab practice policies.
  • Observe safe work practices and proper safety precautions.
  • Collect and test samples in the lab using wet chemistry techniques.
  • Ensure all chemicals are properly labeled and compliant with plant labeling requirements.
  • Conduct sampling and compatibility testing to identify unlabeled or misidentified chemicals.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of inspections and laboratory testing.
  • Maintain lab equipment for precise and reliable measurements.
  • Audit production line components for correct material usage.
  • Monitor production batches for compliance with specifications and labeling accuracy.
  • Place materials on quality hold per SOP or management direction.
  • Assist fellow lab personnel to ensure timely completion of analyses.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the lab area.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
  • College-level courses in General Chemistry and Laboratory Chemistry preferred.
  • 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally with quality control experience.
  • Proficient in basic math, measurements, and data analysis.
  • Strong skills in data interpretation, reporting, problem-solving, and formulating solutions.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

We offer our employees competitive compensation, extensive paid training, comprehensive and flexible suite of benefits package, 401K with company match, team member discounts, rewards for top performers, and most importantly career advancement opportunities.

Leslie's recognizes a critical component to our continued success is our people. Leslie's is proud to have a culture of inclusion that seeks to celebrate and embrace the different backgrounds and perspectives that help drive our success and support team members in developing and growing with us. We aim to create a workplace where all team members feel welcomed and valued and inspire each other every day.

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