Job Title: Quality Specialist

Job Description

The Quality Specialist is responsible for supporting the Quality Department to ensure all employees understand and follow SOPs. The role will report to the Quality Manager and will assist in the implementation of HACCP, allergen, sanitization, and other programs of the Quality Management System. The position also involves overseeing the completeness and good documentation practices of in-process batch records and reviewing labeling/packaging to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support the Quality Department in ensuring all employees understand and follow SOPs.
• Assist in the implementation of HACCP, allergen, sanitization, and other programs of the Quality Management System.
• Oversee the completeness and good documentation practices of in-process batch records.
• Review labeling and packaging to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Conduct quality assurance, inspections, and audits.
• Manage data related to quality processes.
• Ensure regulatory compliance in all quality-related activities.

Essential Skills

• Quality assurance
• Quality inspection
• Audit
• HACCP
• SQF
• Data management
• Microsoft Office
• Regulatory compliance

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3 years in Quality Compliance
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and Environmental sanitation programs
• Experience with SQF, ISO, GMP, HACCP or similar certifications strongly preferred
• Experience training Quality Techs or Quality Inspectors strongly preferred

Work Environment

This position operates in a manufacturing environment. The role offers career development opportunities, flexibility in scheduling, and the chance to make a significant impact on a small business.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00

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 Hunt Valley,MD.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 30, 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 : $24 - $28