Quality Technician

Actalent • Saint Louis, MO • 1d ago

Quality Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Quality Assurance Technician to join our team in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. The QA Technician plays a critical role in ensuring that all products meet company and regulatory standards for safety, quality, and consistency. This position involves monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and maintaining accurate documentation to support food safety and quality systems.

Responsibilities

Perform routine quality checks on raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods.

Monitor and enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), sanitation procedures, and food safety protocols.

Conduct environmental and product sampling for microbiological and chemical testing.

Verify compliance with HACCP, FDA, USDA, and other regulatory requirements.

Maintain and calibrate QA equipment such as scales, thermometers, and pH meters.

Document and report non-conformances, assist in root cause analysis, and support corrective actions.

Collaborate with production and sanitation teams to ensure quality standards are upheld.

Assist in internal audits and support external inspections.

Maintain accurate records of inspections, test results, and quality metrics.

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and training programs.

Essential Skills

Knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, and food safety regulations.

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic data entry.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Seeking Entry Level Science Graduate OR 1-2 years of experience in food manufacturing or quality assurance preferred.

Comfortable working in cold, wet, or noisy environments and standing for extended periods.

Work Environment

The work schedule consists of 12-hour block shifts, with a pattern of 2 days on and 2 days off, from 6:30 PM to 6:45 AM. Flexibility to pick up additional shifts when others are on PTO is required. Saturdays are on an on-call basis, with each technician having a designated Saturday each month. The work environment is split between the lab, where product testing is conducted, and the production line, where samples are retrieved and line checks are performed. The role involves working in conditions that may be cold, wet, or noisy.

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Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Louis, Missouri.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Louis, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/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 Saint Louis,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 1, 2025.

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