Quality Assurance Lead

Company: Hultafors Group North America, Inc.
Location: Richfield
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Description: Job Summary This is a working lead position primarily responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the Quality Assurance department, maintenance of daily reporting requirements, and working closely with the Shipping Department to fulfill requirements needed for shipping orders. Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for daily job assignments for all Quality Assurance personnel working on any shift. Ensure all equipment, fixtures, stands, and measuring equipment is always calibrated and in good working order on a daily basis. Identify and report recurring product defects to manager including documentation, pictures, or any other data to support the defect findings. Responsible for the complete and accurate completion of all inspection documentation. Responsible for physical inventory control of products before, during, and after the inspection process. Assist the manager in continually improving the inspection process for all HGNA product lines. Perform inspections, as time allows, for both existing, and new product samples and maintenance of gold samples. Assist in rework of non-conforming materials. Responsible for training new personnel and updating the cross-training matrix in a timely manner. Perform material handling activities as needed. Responsible for the management and/or preparation of rejected products for return to suppliers as needed. Assist Lead Quality Assurance Technician in completing and maintaining supplier report cards and required reports. Assist Lead Quality Assurance Technician in maintaining product in correct location, quantity, and status in the QCHOLD area. Responsible for the programming and maintenance of vision systems used in the inspection process. Perform product searches as necessary. Assume supervising responsibilities in the Manager’s absence. Help maintain the work area in a clean and orderly fashion and conform to all quality and safety procedures. Enforces all company policies and procedures. Assists employees with any needs from outside the Quality Assurance department. May temporarily be assigned to other tasks requiring comparable or lesser skill levels. Requirements: Required Skills and Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED) Must be able to perform all Quality Assurance job duties. Computer proficiency in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) is essential. Must be able to follow and effectively give oral/written instructions and communicate in a leadership role while working with a varied group of people via phone, e-mail, or face-to-face. Must be able to multi-task and maintain a high degree of confidentially and discretion during the normal performance of the job. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Must be able to be certified in Class “A” forklift operation. An above average attendance and dependability level is essential. Preferred Skills and Experience Prior supervisory experience is desirable, preferably in a manufacturing environment. Six months working knowledge of electrical and laser products preferred. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and E-Mail software helpful. Working experience with an MRP system is desirable.

Keywords: Hultafors Group North America, Inc., Glenview , Quality Assurance Lead, Manufacturing , Richfield, Illinois