Job Title: Quality Assurance TechnicianHiring an entry-level QA Technician! Great opportunity for a recent college graduate to get hands-on experience and build their resume.Job DescriptionSupport and enforce SQF/QA, GMP, HACCP, Safety policies and procedures, and production needs. “Food Safety and Quality” are the responsibilities of this position. A Quality Assurance Technician will provide assistance to the Quality Assurance Department with swabbing, coli form plating, calibrating, antibiotic testing, and various laboratory functions.Responsibilities
Conduct daily QA audits.
Monitor ponds.
Perform micro plating, WPN, CO2, and antibiotic confirmation testing.
Check powder packaging seals.
Pull customer samples.
Clean and maintain laboratory areas.
Take care of and maintain company tools and laboratory equipment.
Update quality and procedure manuals, calibrations, wastewater reports, swabbing, and air quality monitoring.
Follow all safety and working rules.
Maintain a positive attitude and contribute to a quality environment.
Ensure excellent regular full-time attendance in support of company objectives.
Use initiative and judgment in decision-making, keeping the company's best interests in mind.
Essential Skills
Experience in quality assurance and microbiology, preferably in a food plant (milk).
Compliance and sample management skills.
Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Science or 5 years of lab/QA experience without a degree.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience working in the quality department.
Proficiency in laboratory functions and procedures.
Work EnvironmentThe position is based in the plant quality department. The company is one of the main employers and significant contributors to the food industry, offering competitive compensation and a collaborative work environment.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 (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.