• QA Analyst

    Actalent (Eden Prairie, MN)


    QA Analyst

    Job Description

    Join our team as a QA Analyst, where your role will be pivotal in ensuring the success of our customers by maintaining quality through auditing, evaluation of raw materials, and supporting continuous improvement efforts.

    Responsibilities

    + Review Production Batch Records to maintain a world-class manufacturing control program with a focus on training and first-time accuracy.

    + Ensure documentation records are accurate and compliant with GDP requirements.

    + Maintain compliance with current SOPs, Work Instructions, and test procedures.

    + Train personnel to improve compliance with regulatory and quality requirements.

    + Provide technical, process direction, and training to manufacturing personnel.

    + Utilize interpersonal skills to foster a culture of quality and increase quality awareness.

    + Document and investigate deviations and out-of-specification (OOS) situations.

    + Proactively update SOPs, Work Instructions, controlled forms, and test methods to support improvements and compliance.

    + Ensure product quality specifications and customer standards are met and maintained.

    + Complete approvals to run as needed and ensure quality events are properly documented and escalated for effective decision-making.

    + Ensure products meet specifications prior to release and maintain current reference and product standards.

    + Utilize data to focus improvement efforts and meet customer and regulatory requirements.

    + Accurately record data (cGMP) and pertinent information.

    + Document OOS situations, determine root cause, and suggest solutions to prevent recurrence.

    + Maintain compliance with current regulatory expectations and practices (e.g., USP).

    + Understand and maintain a culture of 'lean action' to eliminate waste throughout the department.

    + Apply and utilize 'lean tools' to permanently implement improvements and institutionalize 5-S in all aspects of the department.

    Qualifications

    + Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related field.

    + 1-2+ years of experience in quality assurance from pharmaceutical, medical device, or cosmetics industries (consideration for food & beverage experience).

    + Experience reviewing batch records and/or compounding records.

     

    The role offers exposure to a variety of products, including beauty, bath & body, lip balms, skincare, sunscreens, and cleaning detergents. Benefits include accruable PTO, holiday pay, and sick pay.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $29.00/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 Eden Prairie,MN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 18, 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.