Quality Assurance Tech Lead - Forsyth, MO

Missouriagconnection; Forsyth (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) seeks a Quality Assurance Tech Lead in Forsyth, MO to coordinate QA activities on the production floor and support the QA Supervisor in compliance with standards. You will lead QA personnel, support inspections and audits, perform in-process testing, and ensure data integrity and quality across processes.

The role emphasizes leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirement: high school diploma or GED.
• Experience leading QA on manufacturing floor is preferred.
• Familiarity with GMP/FDA requirements and CAPA processes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate QA activities across shifts and provide leadership to QA staff.
• Perform inspections, audits, and in-process testing per SOPs.
• Maintain data integrity and accurate quality records.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Assurance

Communication

CAPA

Root Cause Analysis

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Quality documentation systems

Job description

### Job Details#### Job Title:Quality Assurance Tech Lead - Forsyth, MO#### Location:,, ,#### Company:#### Industry Sector:#### Industry Type:#### Career Type:#### Job Type:Full Time#### Minimum Years Experience Required:N/A#### Salary:### Get Job Alerts**Career Type:** Quality Assurance**Country:** USAI agree to receive alerts from and to the .Your alert was created successfully.x## General Alert Saved* The listings below are jobs matching the criteria you've selected for your General Alert on.Criteria selected was:* General alert saved for .* General alert notifications will be sent weekly on Monday.* Please note that you can only have one general alert active at any given time. 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This role acts as a working lead, providing guidance to QA team members, supporting inspections and audits, performing in-process testing, maintaining in-process equipment, and ensuring quality expectations are consistently met.**Essential Duties and Responsibilities**Leadership & Team Support* Serve as the primary point of contact for QA activities during assigned shifts* Provide day-to-day direction, training, and mentorship to Quality Assurance team members* Ensure QA coverage and task completion in accordance with priorities set by the QA Supervisor* Assist in onboarding and training of new Quality Assurance personnel* Promote a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement**Quality Assurance Operations*** Perform and oversee inspections, audits, and quality checks of materials, processes, and finished product* Ensure adherence to quality procedures, work instructions, and specifications* Review, document, and escalate nonconforming material and quality concerns* Support containment, root cause analysis, and corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)* Conduct in-process tablet testing in accordance with approved test methods and specifications* Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, calibration checks, and basic troubleshooting of in-process equipment to ensure proper operation and data integrity**Documentation & Compliance*** Maintain accurate quality records and reports* Verify documentation is completed correctly and in compliance with internal and external requirements* Assist the QA Supervisor with audit preparation and responses* Support compliance with applicable quality standards (e.g., GMP, FDA, customer requirements)* Document in process testing results and equipment maintenance logs in accordance with data integrity requirements**Communication & Cross-Functional Collaboration*** Communicate quality expectations and issues clearly to production and operations teams* Work closely with Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain to resolve quality issues* Escalate recurring or significant quality risks to the QA Supervisor in a timely manner* Support customer complaints and investigations as assigned* Collaborate with Technical and Maintenance teams when in-process testing equipment requires repairs or calibration beyond routine maintenance**Continuous Improvement*** Identify trends, recurring issues, and opportunities for quality improvement* Assist in developing and implementing process improvements* Encourage adherence to best practices and standardized processes* Recommend improvements to in-process testing procedures and in-process equipment maintenance practices**Required Qualifications*** High school diploma or GED required* A minimum of 2-5 years ADM manufacturing experience or prior Quality Assurance experience* Prior lead or senior QA experience preferred* Working knowledge of quality systems, inspections, and nonconformance processes* Basic understanding of root cause analysis and CAPA* Ability to read and interpret specifications, drawings, and procedures* Proficiency with basic computer applications and quality documentation systems* Basic understanding of in-process testing methods and safe operation of in-process equipment**Preferred Qualifications*** Experience in a manufacturing or regulated environment* Exposure to GMP, FDA, or other quality standards* Internal audit experience* Strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills* Experience with in-process instrumentation or routine in-process equipment maintenance is a plus**Physical & Work Requirements*** Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the production environment, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk or hear* Must be able to reach with hands and arms* Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and move up to 250 pounds using a pallet jack* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment* Flexibility to work varying schedules or overtime as needed* Use of PPE required**Key Competencies*** Attention to detail* Leadership and teamwork* Decision-making and accountability* Effective communication* Time management* Continuous improvement mindset* Technical accuracy in in-process testing and equipment careADM requires the successful completion of a background check.REF:110705BR**#IncludingYou**Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments - environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.We welcome everyone to apply. 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