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Quality Analyst I

Job Description

As a Quality Analyst I, you will be responsible for collecting and testing samples of ingredients, products, or packages according to established procedures. You will monitor processes to ensure correct and consistent operations, document results neatly and precisely, and label and maintain product retention samples used to monitor the product throughout its established shelf life. You will also organize collected data for management review, maintain lab equipment in a clean and orderly fashion, and communicate non-compliant results immediately to management. Monitoring the plant for compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) and accurately weighing ingredients, colors, flavorings, and seasonings are also key components of the role. You will test R&D samples for food safety and specification development and conduct other duties as assigned by the plant QA Supervisor or QA Manager.

Responsibilities

• Collect and test samples of ingredients, products, or packages according to established procedures

• Monitor processes to ensure they are operating correctly and consistently

• Document all results neatly and precisely

• Label and maintain product retention samples used to monitor the product throughout the established shelf life

• Organize collected data for management review

• Maintain lab equipment in a clean and orderly fashion

• Communicate non-compliant results immediately to management

• Monitor plant for compliance to GMP’s

• Accurately weigh ingredients, colors, flavorings, and seasonings

• Test R&D samples for food safety and specification development

• Conduct other duties as assigned by the plant QA Supervisor or QA Manager

Essential Skills

• Experience in wet chemistry

• Laboratory experience

• Knowledge of food science

• Experience in manufacturing

• Lab skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Preferably someone with a food industry background

• Comfortable working in a manufacturing and lab environment

Work Environment

You will work in a food manufacturing facility with strong food smells throughout the day. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) includes steel-toed shoes, a lab coat, gloves, and safety glasses. The dress code is casual; jeans and clothes that you don’t mind getting a little dirty are recommended.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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 Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 21, 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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are 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

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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.