QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN
The Wells Companies Inc. · Hillsboro, IL
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Quality
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level quality role at The Wells Companies Inc. (industrial) in Hillsboro, IL.
- They ask for
- 2+ years
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Quality Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $50k–$70k.
Median of the low and high ends of 23 live postings that list pay, out of 401 quality technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 21 other live quality postings in Illinois.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 5+)
Typical $64k–$95k, from 6 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 64%
- FDA / GMP 23%
- Root cause 23%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Union environment, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Full description from The Wells Companies Inc.As posted on their careers site.ShowHide
About the role
The Quality Technician is responsible for performing inspections, tests, and quality checks throughout the production process for structural and architectural precast concrete products. This role ensures all products meet PCI, company, and project specifications prior to shipment. The Quality Technician works closely with production and quality teams to identify issues, maintain documentation, and support continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
SAFETY IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY. Safety is our highest priority. We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect, care, and accountability. Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices, look out for one another, and speak up about potential risks. Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day.
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?
At Wells, you're part of a team that takes pride in building something that lasts. Whether you're in operations, a manufacturing facility, or out in the field, your work plays a direct role in creating quality structures that support our communities. We value hard work, reliability, and teamwork because getting the job done right requires teamwork. With a strong focus on safety, collaboration, and ingenuity, we create an environment where you can build your experience, contribute to meaningful work, and make an impact.
What you'll do
- ◆Perform pre-pour, post-pour, and final inspections on precast concrete products
- ◆Identify and report non-conforming materials, equipment, or test results to QC leadership
- ◆Ensure products meet PCI, company, and project specifications prior to shipment
- ◆Maintain accurate quality control documentation in compliance with required standards
- ◆Read and interpret blueprints, production drawings, and project specifications
- ◆Use testing tools and equipment such as slump cones, air meters, scales, ovens, and sieves
- ◆Conduct accurate measurements using tape measures and other precision tools
- ◆Perform basic material testing and analysis to support quality assurance processes
- ◆Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas while following all safety procedures
- ◆Collaborate with production, engineering, and QC teams to resolve quality issues
Requirements
- ✓Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally and frequent bending, climbing, kneeling, twisting, squatting, crawling, and repetitive hand/arm use
- ✓Capable of standing, walking, and moving throughout the facility for extended shifts of up to 12 hours
- ✓Comfortable working at heights using ladders, scaffolding, swing stages, and man lifts frequently
- ✓Ability to work safely in a production or field environment with moderate to high exposure to safety risks and hazards
- ✓Willingness to work in varying environmental conditions, including wet, hot, humid, and cold weather, and outdoors (Depending on location)
- ✓Ability to wear all required PPE, including but not limited to safety boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, high visibility vest, hard hat, and other PPE as required by the task, department, or work area.
This profile summarizes key duties and expectations but does not list every possible job task. Employees must follow all job-related instructions and duties assigned by supervisors.
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What we offer
Wells provides a competitive benefits package designed to support employees health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid disability and life insurance, wellness incentives, paid holidays, PTO, flexible spending accounts, HSA options, a 401(k) with profit sharing, access to Nice Healthcare, employee assistance resources, pet insurance, and additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans.
- •Health and family care leave is available to both union and non-union employees.
- •Union employee benefits are provided through separate collective bargaining agreements
Who we're looking for
The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented and safety-focused individual with a strong interest in quality control and precast manufacturing. They are dependable, precise, and comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment where accuracy and consistency are critical. This individual takes pride in their work, communicates effectively with production teams, and is committed to ensuring high-quality, compliant finished products.
Ideal candidate will have
- •High school diploma or equivalent required
- •2+ years of quality control experience in heavy industrial, concrete, or construction environments
- •ACI or PCI certification preferred
- •Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
- •Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
- •Basic math skills and computer proficiency (Microsoft Office)
- •Ability to use measuring and testing tools accurately
- •Strong communication and teamwork skills
- •Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
- •Strong understanding of safety practices and procedures
