Job Description
Job DescriptionQuality Assurance Technician (3rd Shift)Position Summary
The Quality Assurance Technician supports food safety, quality, and compliance initiatives within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for performing inspections, testing, sampling, documentation, and process monitoring activities to ensure products meet company specifications and regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with Production, Sanitation, and Quality teams to maintain food safety standards, investigate quality concerns, and support continuous improvement efforts. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in building a career in food safety, quality assurance, and manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine quality inspections and testing of raw materials, in-process products, packaging materials, and finished goods to verify compliance with established specifications.
- Conduct product sampling and environmental monitoring activities according to established procedures and sampling plans.
- Perform basic quality testing using instruments such as pH meters, thermometers, scales, and other quality assurance equipment.
- Monitor production processes to ensure compliance with food safety programs, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), sanitation requirements, and standard operating procedures.
- Complete line checks to verify product attributes, packaging integrity, coding accuracy, labeling, and product specifications.
- Accurately document inspection results, testing data, observations, and quality activities.
- Identify and communicate quality concerns, deviations, and non-conformances to appropriate personnel.
- Support root cause investigations and corrective action activities related to quality and food safety issues.
- Assist with internal audits, facility inspections, and regulatory compliance activities.
- Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Sanitation, and Quality teams to ensure consistent product quality and food safety performance.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality systems, operational efficiency, and compliance.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization within designated quality assurance work areas.
- Follow all company safety, food safety, and quality procedures.
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree or Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Animal Science, Agricultural Science, or a related field preferred.
- Experience in manufacturing, laboratory, quality assurance, quality control, food production, or related environments through work experience, internships, co-ops, or academic programs.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately document observations and test results.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office applications and data entry.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently and make sound decisions while following established procedures.
- Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with teams across the facility.
- Comfortable working in manufacturing environments that may include cold, wet, noisy, or fast-paced conditions.
- Ability to stand, walk, and perform inspections throughout the duration of a shift.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in food manufacturing, dairy, beverage, consumer products, pharmaceutical, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
- Knowledge of food safety programs including HACCP, GMPs, SQF, BRC, or related quality systems.
- Experience performing quality inspections, sampling, laboratory testing, or environmental monitoring.
- Familiarity with microbiological sampling procedures and quality documentation practices.
- Experience supporting audits, investigations, corrective actions, or continuous improvement activities.
- Experience calibrating or verifying measuring and monitoring equipment.
- Exposure to FDA, USDA, FSMA, or other food industry regulations.
Key Competencies
- Food Safety & Quality
- Attention to Detail
- Documentation Accuracy
- Problem Solving
- Inspection & Monitoring
- Data Collection & Analysis
- Regulatory Compliance
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Adaptability
- Continuous Improvement
- Communication Skills
- Time Management
Work Environment
This position supports a 24/7 manufacturing operation and is primarily based on the production floor. Team members should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment while performing inspections, collecting samples, and interacting regularly with Production, Maintenance, and Sanitation personnel.
Shift: 3rd Shift (Overnight)
The role requires flexibility, strong observational skills, and a commitment to maintaining food safety and quality standards across all areas of production.
What You'll Gain
- This role provides excellent exposure to food safety systems, quality assurance programs, regulatory compliance, root cause investigations, and manufacturing operations. Successful candidates will develop valuable experience in quality systems, food safety standards, product testing, and continuous improvement while working alongside experienced quality and manufacturing professionals.
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 $22.00 - $24.00/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 Aug 25, 2026.
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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
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