• QA Engineer

    Actalent (St. Louis, MO)


    QA Engineer

    Job Description

    The primary role of the QA Engineer is to develop and monitor quality management systems and processes to ensure compliance with FDA regulations. The position is responsible for maintaining Process Variance Reports and Annual Product Reviews for the manufacturing and distribution locations, ensuring that budget and schedule remain compliant with contract and department needs.

    Responsibilities

    + Ensure GMP required documentation complies with governmental regulations such as FDA.

    + Monitor and interpret the Federal Register and other sources for laws related to Food, Drugs, and Cosmetic Industries.

    + Define and improve systems and processes.

    + Maintain the quality system of Process Variance Reports (PVR).

    + Generate Annual Product Reviews (APR).

    + Conduct customer complaint investigations.

    + Maintain quality attributes in customer specification portals.

    + Develop or assist with process control procedures and automation specifications to ensure ongoing compliance.

    + Evaluate data from current processes to recommend improvements, cost-effectiveness, and production quality.

    + Investigate root causes, write and implement CAPAs, and interact with necessary departments to ensure quality investigations and thorough CAPAs.

    + Use Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA) and Hazard Operability (HAZOP) Studies to assess systems and processes.

    + Assist in GMP and GDP training of new personnel.

    + Create or modify SOPs and work instructions and recommend changes to batching instructions.

    + Perform Statistical Process Analysis to evaluate process control.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience in quality assurance, particularly in managing open CAPAs post-audit or investigation.

    + Ability to coordinate with multiple departments to drive open CAPAs to completion.

    + Broad QA experience in Quality Systems and project management.

    + Experience managing CAPAs in a lab, QC, or manufacturing environment.

    + Knowledge of FDA regulations and GMPs.

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Bachelor’s Degree in a related Science or Engineering field.

    + 2-5 years’ experience in manufacturing of food, cosmetics, or pharmaceutical products.

    + Experience with Quality Systems such as CAPA, deviations, auditing.

    + Auditing experience in manufacturing areas or involvement in quality investigations is a plus.

    Work Environment

    The position is based in a manufacturing environment but primarily involves desk work. Occasional visits to the lab or manufacturing areas may be required. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, with an 8-hour shift starting between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM, including a 30-minute lunch break. The company culture is highly interactive with a focus on continuous improvement in quality, supporting a team-oriented atmosphere willing to tackle any challenge.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Louis, MO.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/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 Saint Louis,MO.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 26, 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.