Job Title: Quality Assurance Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Technician to join our team. In this role, you will conduct routine floor audits, monitor production processes, and ensure compliance with quality standards. You will play a crucial role in maintaining the high quality of our juice products and supporting our commitment to excellence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine floor audits of production and packaging areas to confirm correct product composition, specification, storage, packaging, labeling, and coding.
• Release product for production.
• Assist in completion of compliance checks for production runs at the scheduled frequency using either paper or electronic records (Weights, Case Checks, Label Verifications, Case Verifications, Product Coding Requirements, and Customer driven required testing).
• Monitor and document production processes to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Perform sensory evaluations and physical inspections of juice products.
• Collect and analyze samples for microbiological, chemical, and physical testing.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all quality assurance activities.
• Assist in the development and implementation of quality control procedures and protocols.
• Report any deviations from quality standards to the QA Manager and assist in corrective actions.
• Ensure that all laboratory equipment is calibrated and maintained properly.
• Participate in internal audits and support external audits as needed.
• Collaborate with production and other departments to resolve quality issues.

Essential Skills

• Quality assurance
• GMP
• Audit
• Food quality
• Food manufacturing
• Food safety
• Quality check
• Batch record
• Inspection

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, or related field preferred.
• 6-12 months of food manufacturing experience.
• Basic understanding of quality assurance principles and practices.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new procedures and technologies.

Work Environment

This position operates in a manufacturing floor environment, requiring frequent movement between mixing/blending rooms and the production floor. The role is primarily active, with the majority of the shift spent on your feet. The position is for the 2nd shift, running Monday - Friday from 2pm to 10:30pm. The initial training period (2-4 weeks) will take place on the 10am - 6pm shift. The work environment fosters a close-knit, family-type culture and is conveniently located near downtown Hopkins, with access to shops and restaurants.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00

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 Hopkins,MN.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 23, 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.

Salary : $22 - $25