Quality Assurance Technician

Quality Assurance Technician

The QA Lab Technician will perform various duties within the facility. They will adhere to cGMP and BRC standards, conduct QC checks on the floor, perform lab testing of raw materials and in-process products, advise on updating SOPs, conduct internal audits, perform investigations and root-cause analysis, and complete data entry/reporting via Excel. Cross-functional communication between all manufacturing departments and leadership is essential. The candidate must be able to work well both on a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Follow cGMP and BRC standards.
• Perform QC checks on the floor and lab testing of raw materials and in-process products.
• Advise on updating SOPs.
• Conduct internal audits.
• Perform investigations and root-cause analysis.
• Complete data entry and reporting via Excel.
• Communicate cross-functionally between manufacturing departments and leadership.

Essential Skills

• Quality assurance
• Quality control
• GMP
• Food safety
• Excel
• Documentation control
• Biology
• AS or BS in Biology or any Scientific discipline
• Mathematics
• Computer usage
• Data entry
• Titrations
• Microbiology testing
• Food safety / GMP / BRC
• Laboratory experience
• Chemistry
• Food science
• Lab equipment usage
• Microbiological testing
• Lab documentation

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bilingual

Work Environment

The plant operates 24/7, and this is a 3rd shift opportunity from 10 PM to 6:30 AM. There is a $1.50 shift differential, and a $1 raise after a 15-week training period. Bonuses are available every 2 weeks for perfect attendance. The team includes an Assistant Quality Manager and three technicians per shift. Per GMP guidelines, artificial nails, eyelashes, and visible jewelry are not permitted. Candidates must wear closed-toed shoes, long pants, and long-sleeve shirts. Uniforms and freezer jackets will be provided as the role involves moving in and out of the freezer throughout the day.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.20 - $21.70/hr.

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 Hazleton, PA.

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.

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.

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