Quality assurance technician

Job Title: Quality Assurance Technician

Job Description

The Quality Assurance Lab Technician will play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards within the facility. They will adhere to cGMP and BRC standards, perform quality control checks on the floor, conduct laboratory testing of raw materials and in-process products, and provide guidance on updating SOPs. The role involves conducting internal audits, performing investigations with root-cause analysis, and managing data entry and reporting using Excel. The technician will frequently engage in cross-functional communication with all manufacturing departments and leadership, and must demonstrate the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to cGMP and BRC standards

• Perform quality control checks on the production floor

• Conduct laboratory testing of raw materials and in-process products

• Advise on updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

• Conduct internal audits and perform root-cause analysis

• Complete data entry and reporting using Excel

• Engage in cross-functional communication with manufacturing departments and leadership

Essential Skills

• Quality assurance and quality control expertise

• Proficiency in GMP, food safety, and BRC standards

• Competence in Excel and documentation control

• Experience in titrations and microbiology testing

• Understanding of food science and laboratory equipment

• Proficiency in lab documentation

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Biology or a scientific discipline

• 1-2 years of experience in food quality

• Mathematics and computer usage skills

• Bilingual abilities preferred

Work Environment

The facility operates 24/7, and this position is for the 3rd shift, from Sunday to Thursday. The role includes a $0.75 shift differential. After a 15-week training period, there is a $1 raise, and a bonus is awarded every two weeks for perfect attendance. The team consists of an Assistant Quality Manager and three technicians per shift. Following GMP guidelines, employees must refrain from wearing artificial nails, eyelashes, or visible jewelry, and should wear closed-toed shoes, long pants, and long-sleeve shirts. The company provides a uniform and freezer jackets as technicians will be in and out of the freezer throughout the day. The company promotes a strong work-life balance, ensuring two consecutive days off, including a weekend day, and encourages internal advancement opportunities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Hazle Township, Pennsylvania.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.25 - $20.25/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.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 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.

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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