Onsite Food QA Technician (Entry Level)

ACTalent; Iowa; On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short/long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off (PTO)

Overtime eligible

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a quality assurance technician for an on-site role in Davenport, IA. The contract-to-hire position requires performing inspections on raw materials through finished goods, documenting weights, temps, and packaging accuracy, and collecting samples for lab analysis.

The role emphasizes GMP/HACCP adherence, data recording, and identifying non-conforming products for corrective action. Weekend/overtime availability and strong attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma or equivalent, with basic math and computer skills.
• Reliable, able to work weekends/overtime as needed.
• Detail-oriented, able to record data neatly and accurately, under supervision or independently.
• Experience in Food Manufacturing or retail operations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality inspections on raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.
• Monitor and document product weights, temperatures, and case specifications throughout the manufacturing process.
• Verify packaging accuracy, including product codes, date codes, and labeling requirements.
• Collect, test, and document product samples for laboratory analysis and quality evaluations.
• Identify, document, and hold non-conforming products for investigation and corrective action.
• Monitor production processes and metal detection to ensure product safety and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure adherence to GMPs and HACCP requirements and company quality standards.
• Support a safe, sanitary, and compliant production environment through routine inspections.
• Investigate, document, and communicate quality concerns to support continuous improvement.
• Complete special projects and additional QA duties as assigned.

Skills

Quality assurance

Food safety

HACCP

FDA

USDA

GMP

Quality control

Inspection

SOP

Sample testing

Document control

Food manufacturing

Laboratory

Food quality

Batch record review

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Actalent is seeking a quality assurance technician for an on-site role in Davenport, IA. The contract-to-hire position requires performing inspections on raw materials through finished goods, documenting weights, temps, and packaging accuracy, and collecting samples for lab analysis.

The role emphasizes GMP/HACCP adherence, data recording, and identifying non-conforming products for corrective action. Weekend/overtime availability and strong attention to detail are essential.