• QA Technician (Food Science)

    Actalent (Hopkins, MN)


    Quality Assurance Technician

    Job Description

    We are seeking a dedicated Quality Assurance Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of quality and efficiency in our manufacturing processes, particularly in the inspection of finished products and completion of necessary documentation.

    Responsibilities

    + Perform inspections of finished products and complete all necessary paperwork.

    + Review and complete processing verification checks, and evaluate finished goods and work in progress.

    + Conduct routine floor audits of production and packaging areas to confirm correct product composition, specification, storage, packaging, labeling, and coding.

    + Assist in completion of compliance checks for production runs using either paper or electronic records.

    + Monitor facility activities with daily inspections, complete pre-operational swabbing, and maintain quality program records.

    + Report quality-related failures or potential food safety issues to the quality manager and department managers.

    + Assist QA Assistant Manager with execution of sales and customer sample request programs.

    + Initiate 'hold product' procedures for products manufactured out of specification.

    + Initiate 'defective material reports' for products not able to be used supplied by vendors.

    + Maintain and inspect retain samples for product quality issues.

    + Execute environmental monitoring, product testing, chemical testing, and glass inspections.

    + Complete data entry for laboratory and production results.

     

    Required Skills & Qualifications

     

    + High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, or related field preferred.

    + Fluency in Spanish is a plus.

    + Experience with Deacom, RedZone, or other ERP systems is advantageous.

    + Experience in quality assurance and food manufacturing.

    + Knowledge of GMP, audit procedures, and food safety standards.

    + Proficiency in batch record review and quality checks.

    Work Environment

    The role is set in a manufacturing floor environment, involving movement between mixing/blending rooms and the production floor. The majority of the shift will be spent on foot, with noise levels that can be moderate. The position requires the ability to lift over 20lbs. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 6am-2:30pm.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hopkins, MN.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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 Hopkins,MN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 19, 2026.

    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.