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103184BR

Job Title:

Quality Assurance Specialist - Kennesaw, GA

Department/Function:

Operations: Manufacturing, Production, Maintenance, Utilities

Job Description:

Quality Assurance Specialist - Kennesaw, GA

NATURE & SCOPE

The Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist reports to the QA Manager and provides independent cGMP oversight on the production floor and across manufacturing operations. The role delivers right-first-time coaching and GMP walkthroughs, reviews and approves batch production records for product disposition, and initiates or facilitates investigations of deviations and nonconformances through root-cause analysis, CAPA definition, and effectiveness verification. The QA Specialist partners closely with QA Technicians (providing guidance and mentorship) and collaborates cross-functionally with the Quality Manager (QMS and internal audit support as auditee/record owner delegate), the Quality Validations Manager (QA oversight of calibration/qualification/validation activities executed by that function, including protocol/report review and change control linkage), the QC Lab Manager (coordination on OOS/OOT/complaints data and COA verification), the Quality Specialist (specification and recipe change control alignment), and the Digital QMS Manager (accurate, timely eQMS record initiation, review, and closure). While execution of calibrations, maintenance, validations, laboratory testing, and document ownership for QMS modules resides with their respective functions, the QA Specialist verifies compliance, reviews/approves assigned quality records, escalates issues, places product or materials on hold as needed, and may recommend release, rejection, or process improvements in accordance with procedures and regulatory requirements.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES

The Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist becomes knowledgeable in applicable Federal and state requirements and cGMPs and gains competency to facilitate compliant, timely product disposition. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Batch record & release readiness

+ Review and approve batch production records (BPRs), attachments, and label reconciliations; verify required Certificates of Analysis (CoAs) and data are present and complete; recommend release or rejection per procedures.

+ Prioritize document review to meet planned release dates; proactively escalate blockers and coordinate cross-functionally to clear them.

Deviations, investigations, and CAPA

+ Initiate or facilitate investigations for deviations/nonconformances; secure product/scope, collect evidence and samples per SOP, perform/assist in root-cause analysis, define CAPAs, and verify CAPA effectiveness; document all activities in the eQMS.

+ Partner with QC on OOS/OOT/atypical results and with Planning/Operations/Technology to ensure impacted batches and materials are dispositioned appropriately and on time.

QMS execution & documentation

+ Initiate, review, and/or approve QMS records in the digital QMS (e.g., change control, deviations, CAPA, training acknowledgments, complaints/adverse events intake, and material/label controls) in accordance with role permissions.

+ Ensure records are accurate, timely, and data-integrity compliant; coordinate with Document Control for effective document lifecycle management. (Document filing/archiving is owned by Document Control.)

Audit/inspection readiness & continuous improvement

+ Serve as auditee/record preparer for internal, customer, and regulatory audits; maintain inspection readiness on the production floor.

+ Identify and implement continuous improvement actions (SOP updates, error-proofing, 5S), track effectiveness, and share learnings across shifts.

Cross-functional collaboration

+ Coordinate with Planning, Operations, Technology, QC, Quality Validations, Document Control, and the Digital QMS team to ensure batches and raw materials are ready for release by required dates and issues are promptly resolved.

+ Other duties as assigned.

Education

+ Minimum – 4 year university degree

+ Preferred – 4 year university degree in science, or other related field.

Experience

+ Preferred two years as a quality inspector or technician in a manufacturing environment

+ Experience working in an FDA regulated environment

+ Experience in Federal and State Food Safety Regulations including HACCP and GFSI

+ Experience with food safety and defense programs

Specific skills

+ Ability to take initiative to maintain confidentiality, to meet deadlines, and to work in a team environment

+ Strong leadership skills

+ Must have the ability to assess situation and develop a solution

+ Must have good attention to detail

+ Must have the ability to adjust to changing work demands and priorities in a fast paced environment

+ Effective communication and report writing skills; legible handwriting required

+ Experience with Microsoft Office products with an emphasis on Excel

+ Strong analytical experience

+ Ability to learn new technologies quickly

+ Results driven, strong work ethic

+ Strong organizational and time management skills

+ Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

+ Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

+ Ability to perform a standing job for a full shift

+ Must be able to walk, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, reach and grasp for varying periods of time

+ Ability to differentiate subtle variances in color

+ Fluent in English required, bilingual (Spanish) preferred

+ Must possess a valid US driver’s license.

Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

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Req/Job ID:

103184BR

City:

Kennesaw

State:

GA - Georgia

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About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

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Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

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Benefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

+ **Physical wellness** – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).

+ **Financial wellness** – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.

+ **Mental and social wellness** – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional benefits include:

+ Paid time off including paid holidays.

+ Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.

+ Tuition assistance.

+ Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

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Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

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$52,800.00 - $99,400.00