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Quality Lead

Plastipak
Champaign, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 2/27/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Lead position at Plastipak?

As a Quality Shift Leader, you are responsible for the coordination, discipline and safety of all Quality Department associates on their respective shifts. You will join our team of collaborative associates focused on producing the best quality packaging in the industry.

We Offer

  • Advancement: We prioritize promotion from within!
  • Rewards: We enjoy premium pay & an excellent benefits program!
  • Convenience: Our food-grade clean & climate-controlled facility is located right off of I-57 and I-72!
  • Stability: We’ve been in the community for many years & offer job stability through market uncertainty

You Will

  • Report food safety issues to personnel with authority to initiate action
  • Initiate action for food safety issues
  • Provide follow-up training of all quality personnel assigned to the designated shift, on the duties and responsibilities of the quality department in regards to updates and changes
  • Scheduling of work assignments during regular hours and overtime hours, in their areas
  • Disciplinary actions of quality assigned personnel, when necessary, in coordination with the Quality manager
  • Responsible for the communication of pertinent information
  • Responsible for daily tasks including measurement, visual checks, on-hold activities, and any related fact finding needed during the shift, as necessary
  • Assist with SAP work where needed in relation to fact finding
  • Monitor all lab measurement and visual inspection techniques and processes
  • Has the authority to place product on hold and shut machines down
  • Performs other duties as assigned

You Have

  • Industrial Technology or related degree, or relevant work experience and background
  • Strong mathematical and analytical skills as demonstrated by local testing, transcripts and/or references
  • Experience with ISO, FDA, and GMP compliance standards
  • Strong written communication skills as demonstrated by testing, transcripts, or other designated methods
  • Good supervisory skills verifiable through references
  • Computer (software) literate as verified by transcript or references
  • Instrument calibration skills as verified by OJT demonstration

You'll Earn

  • $50,000-$60,000 annually, based on skills, experience, education, and qualifications!

As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:

  • Wellness Programs
  • Health Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & Vision
  • EAP, Employee Assistance Program
  • Life Insurance
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
  • Disability Insurance: Short-Term & Long-Term
  • Accidental Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature
  • Paid Time Off - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increases
  • Paid Company Holidays
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
  • Caregiving via Care.com
  • Pet Insurance
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program
  • Travel Assistance
  • Employee Discount Programs
  • Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements

Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Salary : $50,000 - $60,000

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