Quality Assurance Specialist

Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm | Offers Benefits | Long-Term Career Growth

Job Description

Assist in all aspects of Food Safety and Quality Systems programs. Ensure regulatory accuracy of printed materials by adjusting labels using systems/processes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily QA walk-throughs using a checklist.
• Ensure production standards and proper documentation are followed.
• Review HACCP and SOP paperwork; notify supervisors for corrective actions and follow-up.
• Calibrate in-house thermometers as scheduled.
• Monitor line washing for cleanliness, water temperatures, and ATP analysis.
• Assist in daily sensory evaluations and follow-up.
• Perform and document routine finished product inspections.
• Record information on products and pull samples from the warehouse as needed.
• Assist with corrective actions for customer complaints and quality concerns.
• Promote food safety and maintain high-quality standards.
• Collect micro and swap samples as needed.
• Abide by all safety regulations and perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Quality assurance
• GMP
• Food safety
• HACCP
• Audit
• Food manufacturing

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent (GED) required
• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related field preferred
• Minimum of 1.5 years of industry experience (preferably within Food Manufacturing)

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $26.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Le Center,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 18, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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