Quality Analyst Float Role

Actalent; Oak Creek (WI); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent in Oak Creek, WI seeks a Quality Assurance Analyst (Float) to ensure products meet quality and safety standards under GMP, SQF, HACCP, and FDA guidance. The role supports multiple areas, conducts audits, reviews COAs, and contributes to regulatory compliance across operations and maintenance teams.

The position requires extensive QA experience in regulated settings, strong documentation, and the ability to work 8:00 p.m. to 4:30 a.m. Wednesday through Saturday, with occasional overtime.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field or 5+ years in GMP/FDA facilities.
• Hands-on QA/QC experience in regulated environments.
• Knowledge of GMP and FDA regulations.
• Experience with HACCP and food safety programs.
• Ability to conduct batch record reviews.
• Experience with environmental monitoring and microbiological testing.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation.
• Ability to work 8:00 p.m.–4:30 a.m. shift Wed–Sat with overtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality audits and inspections across assigned areas.
• Verify COAs for raw materials and finished products.
• Conduct microbiological testing and environmental monitoring.
• Review batch records for GMP and FDA compliance.
• Identify nonconformances and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with operations, sanitation, and maintenance to improve quality.
• Prepare for regulatory, customer, and third-party audits.

Skills

GMP knowledge

FDA regulations

HACCP and food safety

COA interpretation

Microbiological testing

Audits

Documentation

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in sciences

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Job Title: Quality Assurance Analyst (Float Role) Job Description
This Quality Assurance Analyst float role ensures that products consistently meet the highest standards of quality and safety in alignment with industry regulations and internal policies. The analyst supports multiple areas as needed, performing audits, testing, and documentation to maintain compliance with GMP, SQF, HACCP, FDA, and state regulations. The role works closely with operations, sanitation, and maintenance teams to uphold food safety protocols and drive continuous improvement across the facility.

Responsibilities

• - Ensure product quality and safety meet established standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies across assigned areas.
• - Conduct routine and targeted quality audits, including case audits, self-inspections, and mock recalls, to verify compliance with GMP, SQF, HACCP, FDA, and state regulations.
• - Verify Certificates of Analysis (COAs) for raw materials and finished products to confirm they meet specified quality and safety criteria.
• - Perform microbiological testing and other laboratory analyses to monitor product and environmental quality.
• - Monitor and verify critical control points (CCPs) and other key parameters within HACCP and food safety plans.
• - Review batch records for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with GMP and FDA requirements.
• - Maintain accurate and detailed quality documentation, including test results, audit findings, and corrective actions.
• - Identify nonconformances and quality issues, perform root cause analysis, and support implementation of effective corrective and preventive actions.
• - Collaborate with operations, sanitation, and maintenance teams to reinforce food safety and quality standards and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• - Support environmental monitoring programs to ensure the facility maintains appropriate hygiene and sanitation conditions.
• - Assist in preparation for and participation in regulatory, customer, and third-party audits.
• - Promote and uphold a culture of excellence, food safety, and regulatory compliance throughout the facility.
• - Provide flexible coverage as a float quality analyst, supporting different shifts or areas as needed.
• - Be available for occasional overtime and weekend work to support audits, food safety incidents, or other urgent quality needs.

Essential Skills

• - 15 years of experience in a quality-related role with a degree in the sciences, or 5+ years of quality experience within a GMP/FDA-regulated facility.
• - Practical experience in quality assurance and quality control within a regulated environment.
• - Working knowledge of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and FDA regulations.
• - Hands-on experience with HACCP and food safety programs, including monitoring critical control points.
• - Experience performing inspections, quality analysis, and quality documentation.
• - Ability to conduct batch record review for compliance and completeness.
• - Experience with environmental monitoring and microbiological testing in a lab or production environment.
• - Strong understanding of food safety principles and regulatory requirements.
• - Proficiency in root cause analysis and problem-solving in response to quality issues.
• - Ability to interpret and verify Certificates of Analysis (COAs).
• - Solid biology or related scientific background applicable to food safety and quality.
• - Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and recordkeeping.
• - Ability to work the 8:00 p.m.4:30 a.m. shift Wednesday through Saturday, with flexibility for occasional weekend or overtime coverage.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• - Degree in a scientific discipline such as biology, food science, or a related field.
• - Experience working within SQF-certified or similarly certified food safety and quality systems.
• - Familiarity with mock recalls, self-inspections, and internal audit programs.
• - Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams such as operations, sanitation, and maintenance.
• - Strong communication skills to clearly document findings and convey quality expectations.
• - Ability to adapt as a float resource, supporting multiple areas or processes as needed.
• - Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and maintaining a culture of excellence in quality and food safety.

Work Environment

This role follows a regular schedule of Wednesday through Saturday, 8:00 p.m. to 4:30 a.m., with typical hours centered around the evening and overnight shift.
The position is based in a GMP- and FDA-regulated facility that operates under strict food safety and quality standards, including SQF, HACCP, and environmental monitoring programs.
The work environment includes both laboratory and production floor settings, requiring regular interaction with operations, sanitation, and maintenance teams.
There may be occasional overtime and weekend work, particularly during audits or food safety emergencies, and candidates should be willing to provide additional coverage when necessary.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Oak Creek, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $68000.00 - $83000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. This is a direct placement opportunity. The benefits will be provided upon start of assignment or earlier if requested by candidate.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Oak Creek, WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Oak Creek,WI.

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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