Job Description
Job DescriptionQuality Assurance Technician
Schedule: Multiple openings, must have occasional weekend availability
- 1st shift - Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm
- 3rd shift - Monday - Friday 12am - 8:30am
Industry: Food Manufacturing / Food Science
About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Assurance Technician to support quality and food safety initiatives within a manufacturing environment. This position is responsible for performing facility and process audits, assisting with sample preparation and testing, supporting quality documentation, and ensuring compliance with GMP and GLP standards.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in food manufacturing, quality assurance, or laboratory testing who is looking to grow their career in a regulated production environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform quality audits of manufacturing facilities, processes, and GMP practices.
- Support work order management and quality documentation activities.
- Assist with sample preparation, microbiological media preparation, testing, and release activities.
- Conduct routine quality support tasks, including sampling, inspections, recordkeeping, and process checks.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Support quality control testing and analysis of products and materials.
- Follow established GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and GLP (Good Laboratory Practices) guidelines.
- Escalate quality concerns and observations to the QA Supervisor as needed.
- Assist with maintaining compliance with food safety and quality standards.
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field; OR
- High School Diploma with relevant manufacturing or food manufacturing experience.
- 1–2 years of experience in a food manufacturing, quality assurance, quality control, or production environment preferred.
- Basic understanding of GMP and/or GLP requirements.
- Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with sample preparation, media preparation, or laboratory testing.
- Experience in food chemistry, food science, microbiology, or quality systems.
- Familiarity with quality audits, inspections, and compliance programs.
- Knowledge of food safety standards and manufacturing best practices.
Key Skills
- Quality Assurance (QA)
- Quality Control (QC)
- Food Manufacturing
- Food Chemistry
- Sample Preparation
- Media Preparation
- QC Testing
- Food Science
- Laboratory Support
- GMP Compliance
- GLP Compliance
- Documentation & Recordkeeping
Experience Level
Entry to Mid-Level (0–2 Years)
This opportunity is ideal for candidates looking to build a career in food quality and safety while gaining hands-on experience in quality systems, laboratory testing, and manufacturing compliance.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ayer, MA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 Ayer,MA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 10, 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.
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