Job Description
Job Description
Quality Assurance Associate
Job Description
This position supports the Process Teams by tracking, reporting, and defining continuous improvement goals. It involves on-the-floor batch record review, determining root causes for deviations, writing investigation reports, coaching and training personnel on GMP/GDP, auditing production processes for compliance with global and local procedures, and closely working with and reporting to the Process Team Lead and Quality Lead.
Responsibilities
- Review and approve product batch records and technical documentation associated with validation, deviations, or change control activities.
- Track, report, and define continuous improvement goals, determine root causes for deviation/CAPA reports, and communicate findings back to the Process Team.
- Audit production processes for compliance with global and local procedures and either create new or revise existing procedures as changes occur.
- Develop training plans and train/qualify others, including training outside of the area of responsibility.
- Demonstrate understanding of regulations for various countries and provide input or approval accordingly.
Essential Skills
- Quality assurance
- Quality control
- BS degree in a relevant scientific discipline with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in quality assurance or biological production OR High School Diploma/GED with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in quality assurance or biological production.
- Experience with USDA/FDA regulatory requirements in a biological production environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience utilizing computer programs such as Microsoft Suite, SAP, Veeva, Learning One Source, and other relevant electronic applications.
- Must be a self-starter, with high enthusiasm, high drive, and independence.
- Open to candidates with a Bachelor or Associate Degree with minimal experience.
Work Environment
Work schedule is Monday through Friday, covering some 2nd and 3rd shift hours. The start time is flexible, with options for a 2:00 pm start or a later start, but consistency with hours and overlap with the day team is required. Employees receive PTO and holiday pay while on contract.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Dodge, IA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 Nov 24, 2025.
About Actalent
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