QA Analyst

Job Title: QA Analyst

Job Description

Join our team as a QA Analyst to ensure the success of our customers by maintaining quality through the auditing of the facility and production lines, evaluating raw materials, bulk, and finished products, and engaging in continuous improvement efforts.

Responsibilities

• Perform reviews of Production Batch Records to maintain a world-class manufacturing control program, focusing on training and first-time right execution.
• Ensure documentation records are accurate and comply with GDP requirements.
• Ensure compliance with current SOPs, Work Instructions, and test procedures.
• Train personnel to improve compliance with regulatory and quality requirements.
• Provide technical and process direction and training to manufacturing personnel.
• Utilize interpersonal skills to help create a culture of quality and increase quality awareness.
• Document and investigate deviations and out-of-specification (OOS) situations.
• Ensure SOPs, Work Instructions, controlled forms, and test methods are proactively updated to support improvements and compliance.
• Ensure product quality specifications and customer standards are met and maintained to customer satisfaction.
• Complete approvals to run as needed and document quality events, such as deviations and non-conformances, for efficient decision-making.
• Ensure products meet specifications prior to release and maintain current reference and product standards.
• Accurately record data and pertinent information to focus improvement efforts that meet customer and regulatory requirements.
• Document OOS situations, determine root cause, and suggest solutions to prevent recurrence of issues.
• Maintain compliance with current regulatory expectations and practices, such as USP.
• Understand and maintain a culture of 'lean action' within the department to eliminate waste.
• Implement and maintain standards and processes that eliminate waste throughout the department.
• Apply and utilize 'lean tools' to permanently implement improvements.
• Institutionalize 5-S (Sort, Straighten, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain) in all aspects of the department.

Essential Skills

• 1-2 years of experience in a GMP manufacturing environment such as pharmaceuticals, medical device, cosmetics, or food manufacturing.
• Experience reviewing batch records and/or compounding records.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related field.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Working knowledge of drug manufacturing regulations such as cGMP & 21CFR regulations.
• Experience with investigations & deviations.
• Attention to detail and ability to multi-task, verified by references.
• Strong sense of urgency and organization skills.
• Strong communication skills and confidence in enforcing policies.
• Demonstrates strong integrity and sound judgment.

Work Environment

This is a 2nd shift position from 2 PM to 10 PM, Monday through Friday, based at the Eden Prairie site. The role involves spending the majority of the time on the manufacturing floor, ensuring equipment efficiency and cleanliness. When not on the floor, duties include reviewing batch records, writing protocols, and assisting with investigations in a desk environment. Training on 1st shift will occur for two weeks, from 6 AM to 2 PM, Monday through Friday. Voluntary overtime may be available on Saturdays and possibly Sundays. The role offers exposure to a diverse manufacturing environment, including a wide range of products such as beauty, bath and body, lip balms, skincare, sunscreens, and cleaning detergents. The company experienced significant growth last year and anticipates continued expansion.

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

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $28.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Eden Prairie,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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