Job Description
Job DescriptionQuality Assurance Associate
Job Description
As a Quality Assurance Associate, you will be responsible for ensuring that product batch records and associated technical documentation comply with cGMP and regulatory requirements, including those set by the USDA, FDA, and EU. You will play a critical role in maintaining product quality and safety.
Responsibilities
- Review and approve product batch records and associated technical documentation to ensure compliance with cGMP and regulatory requirements.
- Initiate, assess, and approve deviations when non-conformances are detected.
- Participate in investigation reports to determine root cause of issues.
- Perform usage decisions and release transactions in SAP to manage product movement and final disposition for product release.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in a scientific discipline, or a High School Diploma/GED with equivalent relevant experience.
- At least 1-2 years of experience in pharmaceuticals or biologics.
Work Environment
The work schedule is Monday through Friday, during standard first shift hours from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Employees will receive benefits such as PTO and paid holidays while on contract. This role provides the opportunity to work for a well-known animal pharmaceutical company in Iowa, offering a collaborative and professional work atmosphere.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Fort Dodge, IA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/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 Fort Dodge,IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 8, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.