Job Title: Quality Analyst I

Job Description

The candidate will work in the Quality Lab responsible for testing various products. The testing will include pH testing, viscosity testing, density measurement, percentage solids determination, and sample weighing.

Location:

Columbus, OH

Responsibilities

• Collect and test samples of ingredients, products, or packages according to established procedures.
• Monitor processes to ensure they are operating correctly and consistently.
• Document all results neatly and precisely.
• Label and maintain product retention samples used to monitor the product throughout the established shelf life.
• Organize collected data for management review.
• Maintain lab equipment in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Communicate non-compliant results immediately to management.
• Monitor plant for compliance to GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices).
• Accurately weigh ingredients, colors, flavorings, and seasonings.
• Test R&D samples for food safety and specification development.
• Conduct other duties, as assigned by the plant QA Supervisor or QA Manager.

Essential Skills

• Experience with wet chemistry.
• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in a science-related field, or non-degreed with one year of wet chemistry lab experience.
• Quality control and quality assurance knowledge.
• Understanding of GMPs.
• Experience in a similar role within the food and beverage industry.

Work Environment

The candidate needs to be comfortable with a loud lab environment and strong food smells. The lab culture is very team-oriented and has a family feel to it. It is a small lab where the candidate will work alongside a few other technicians and report to the supervisor. The dress code is casual, typically consisting of a t-shirt and jeans. A lab coat will be issued once hired. Jewelry, watches, false eyelashes, fingernail polish, plastic bobby pins, or similar items are not permitted. The company is known for its close-knit team, multiple sites across Columbus, and a culture of promoting from within, with opportunities for growth and team celebrations for birthdays and holidays.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00

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 Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Dec 30, 2024.

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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