Food Quality Technician: GMP, Lab & QA Ops

ACTalent; Ayer (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

HSA

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Quality Technician to support QA and QC in a food manufacturing setting in Massachusetts. You will perform product testing, audits, and documentation review, working closely with QA and production teams.

The role offers hands-on experience in laboratory and manufacturing quality operations, with potential for contract-to-hire and on-site work. Weekend work may be required based on production volume.

Qualifications

• Experience in quality assurance, quality control, or laboratory testing.
• Knowledge of GMP and food safety practices.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality audits of facility operations and manufacturing processes to ensure GMP compliance.
• Conduct QA and QC testing on food products.
• Assist with microbiological sample preparation, media preparation, testing, and sample release activities.
• Perform routine product sampling, inspections, and in-process quality checks.
• Support work order management and maintain quality documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Documentation skills

Fast-paced environment

Quality assurance knowledge

Quality control knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or Associate degree

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Quality Technician to support QA and QC in a food manufacturing setting in Massachusetts. You will perform product testing, audits, and documentation review, working closely with QA and production teams.

The role offers hands-on experience in laboratory and manufacturing quality operations, with potential for contract-to-hire and on-site work. Weekend work may be required based on production volume.