Apollo Technical has an immediate need for a Quality control specialist in north of Buffalo Grove, IL area

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re looking for a detail-oriented Quality Control Specialist to join a growing operations team. In this role, you’ll be at the heart of our quality program performing hands-on inspections, maintaining rigorous documentation, and helping us uphold the standards our customers depend on.

You’ll work directly inside a ISO 9001:2015-certified cleanroom controlled environment, collaborating closely with the Director of Quality, production teams, and suppliers to keep quality initiatives on track and our compliance posture strong.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of materials and products against defined specifications
• Operate within an ISO 7 cleanroom to conduct visual inspections of products and materials
• Maintain thorough quality records inspection reports, test results, and supporting documentation
• Support the Director of Quality in sustaining and continuously improving the Quality Management System (QMS)
• Manage document control activities, including SOP revisions, work instructions, and quality record updates
• Identify, document, and report non-conforming materials; support disposition decisions and corrective action follow-through
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues and drive process improvements
• Contribute to root cause investigations and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) activities
• Ensure proper identification, labeling, and traceability of materials and components throughout the process
• Support supplier quality activities, including verification of documentation and part specifications
• Assist with customer and vendor audits preparation, participation, and follow-up
• Monitor calibration status of inspection and testing equipment to ensure measurement integrity
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, and regulatory compliance

WHAT YOU BRING

• 2–5 years of hands-on experience in quality control or quality assurance within a manufacturing environment
• Bachelor’s or associate degree in a technical field (engineering, biology, chemistry, or related discipline) preferred
• Experience working within an ISO 9001:2015 framework or other regulated manufacturing environment preferred
• Familiarity with inspection tools, measurement systems, and quality documentation practices
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to documentation accuracy
• Effective cross-functional communicator comfortable working across production, engineering, and supplier teams
• Comfortable working in a cleanroom environment and following associated protocols