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QA Tech

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom
Portland, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 1/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/28/2025
QA Technician

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician for a direct hire position at a cutting-edge client in Portland, OR. If you’re passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.

Pay: $26.50/hour Shift Differential

Schedule: Mon-Fri Swing 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Overview

This client is an industry-leading company driving innovation in food manufacturing. They are committed to quality, safety, and delivering high-quality products that meet industry standards.

As a Quality Assurance Technician, you will support plant operations by conducting microbiological, chemical, and physical analyses on raw materials and products throughout the manufacturing process. You will also assist with auditing and inspection tasks to ensure compliance with GMPs and company guidelines.

Responsibilities

  • Perform chemical and physical analyses, including flavor checks, on products and ingredients.
  • Record all analysis results accurately and input data into computer systems.
  • Communicate critical analysis results and ensure all documentation is legible and accurate.
  • Prepare sampling materials and maintain a clean and organized laboratory.
  • Perform general QA responsibilities, including environmental swabbing, water sampling, and allergen testing.
  • Assist with glass and hard plastic inspections, sanitation checks, pest control audits, and security inspections.
  • Cover laboratory responsibilities in the absence of the Quality Assurance Manager.
  • Support production teams as needed, including general cleaning duties.

Qualifications

  • Associate’s degree in a related field required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • At least 2 years of lab experience, preferably in food manufacturing.
  • Familiarity with infant formula or food manufacturing is a plus.
  • Proficiency in GMP regulations, data entry, CAPA resolutions, and internal audits.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and other relevant software.
  • Excellent written communication skills and ability to follow GMP guidelines.

What Happens Next

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to the next steps if your skills and experience align with the role. But don’t worry – even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means our team of expert Science & Clinical recruiters will have access to your profile, making your opportunities limitless.

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As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Science & Clinical?

Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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