• Quality Specialist

    Actalent (Bridgewater, NJ)


    Job Title: Quality SpecialistJob Description

     

    The Quality Specialist will play a crucial role in contributing to innovations by setting up and executing experiments at laboratory pilot scale. The position involves working closely with project managers and scientists in the field of nutritional drinks powders and food supplements, aiming to deliver nutrients in enjoyable formats to consumers.

    Responsibilities

    + Organize and execute experiments at laboratory scale in full alignment with project managers and scientists, utilizing techniques such as dry blending, drying, high pressure homogenization, tableting, powder characterization, microscopy, and extrusion.

    + Set up new methods and innovative experimental approaches to address scientific and technical challenges.

    + Assist in scaling up recipes from laboratory scale to pilot plant scale.

    + Work in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices, including 5S, calibration, maintenance of equipment, SOP, and the Internal Control Plan.

    + Propose and implement digital tools to improve efficiency in laboratories.

    + Maintain a list of chemicals, be responsible for ordering materials, and ensure flawless execution of day-to-day experiments in laboratories.

    + Assess stability of products during shelf life, including color, sediments, phase separation, viscosity, and caking.

    + Support the organization of Ideation and Innovation workshops.

    + Maintain and implement safety measures in laboratories.

    + Reduce waste and propose solutions to improve sustainability in laboratories.

    + Train students and interns to accelerate innovation projects.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor's degree in Sciences (Food Science preferred).

    + 2 years of industry lab testing experience in Food or Pharma.

    + Testing skills including mixing, following SOPs, physical testing, and scale up testing from benchtop to pilot plant.

    + Experience with Quality and Food Safety Programs such as HACCP, GMP, FSSC22000, Foreign Bodies and Allergens Controls.

    + Proficiency in documentation, batch records, thermal process, laboratory SOPs, and wet chemistry.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Core knowledge of the 10 Principles and expert knowledge in areas of responsibility.

    + Knowledge of different Lab R&D methodologies, procedures, and processes.

    + Demonstrates knowledge and proficiency related to safety, Good Manufacturing Practices, and Good Laboratory Practices.

    + Focus on product and quality.

    + Good interpersonal and teamwork skills.

    + Computer-literate with proficiency in MS-Office and LIMS software.

    + Local language and basic level of English (written and oral).

    Work Environment

    The role offers an opportunity to establish a new industry between food and pharmaceuticals, capturing this opportunity with safe, effective, and cost-effective solutions. The team aims to become a leader in therapeutic nutrition.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $33.00/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 BRIDGEWATER,NJ.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 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.

     

    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 due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.