Quality Assurance Technician

Actalent; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician for a food service supplier in Conyers, GA. The role focuses on testing, audits, and documentation to uphold quality and safety standards across raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods.

The position offers on-site work in a manufacturing facility with structured shifts and a contract-to-hire path. A strong background in QA, food safety, and laboratory procedures is required.

Qualifications

• 13 years of quality assurance or food safety experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working in a laboratory setting and in a quality and production environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel for data entry and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tests and audits on raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to verify compliance with quality and food safety standards.
• Record, organize, and maintain documentation of test results, audits, and quality procedures per internal and regulatory requirements.
• Provide feedback and recommendations to production teams to address quality issues, safety concerns, and process deviations.
• Calibrate, operate, and maintain laboratory testing equipment to ensure ongoing accuracy and reliability.

Skills

Quality assurance

Laboratory experience

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, or related field

Tools

Laboratory testing equipment calibration

Job description

Actively Interviewing for Quality Assurance Technician for food service supplier in Conyers, GA!

Job Description

The Quality Assurance Technician plays a key role in ensuring that food products consistently meet rigorous standards for quality, safety, and compliance. In this position, you conduct product testing, process checks, and audits while partnering closely with production and cross-functional teams to uphold a strong culture of excellence. You help maintain accurate documentation, support continuous improvement initiatives, and contribute to a values-driven environment that emphasizes people development, innovation, integrity, and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tests and audits on raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to verify compliance with established quality and food safety standards.
• Record, organize, and maintain accurate documentation of test results, audits, and quality procedures in accordance with internal and regulatory requirements.
• Provide clear feedback and practical recommendations to production teams to address quality issues, safety concerns, and process deviations.
• Calibrate, operate, and maintain laboratory testing equipment to ensure ongoing accuracy, reliability, and adherence to calibration schedules.
• Train new team members on site-specific quality and food safety procedures, including relevant standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to help meet customer expectations and regulatory requirements related to food safety and product quality.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the quality assurance function by identifying opportunities to enhance processes, systems, and product performance.

Essential Skills

• 13 years of quality assurance or food safety experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience working in a laboratory setting and in a quality and production environment.
• Bachelors degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of food safety principles, quality systems, and regulatory requirements such as HACCP and GMP.
• Practical understanding of food chemistry and food safety practices in a manufacturing context.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify issues and ensure accurate testing and documentation.
• Effective problem-solving skills to analyze data, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications, including Microsoft Word and Excel, for data entry, reporting, and documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey findings, train team members, and collaborate across departments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with quality control processes in a food manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory procedures and equipment calibration in a manufacturing or food lab setting.
• Familiarity with manufacturing workflows and production processes related to food products.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development in quality assurance and food safety.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and regulatory requirements while maintaining high standards of quality.
• Interest in contributing to a values-driven culture that emphasizes innovation, integrity, excellence, and sustainability.
• Alignment with a people-first environment that focuses on talent development and holistic wellness.

Work Environment

This role is based in a food manufacturing facility and involves working in a laboratory and production environment where adherence to food safety and quality standards is essential. The position follows structured shift schedules, including a 6:00 a.m.2:30 p.m. shift Monday through Saturday with up to two Sundays per month, a 2:00 p.m.10:00 p.m. shift Monday through Saturday with up to two Sundays per month, and a 10:00 p.m.6:20 a.m. shift Sunday through Friday with up to two Saturdays per month. You work closely with production and cross-functional teams, using laboratory testing equipment and standard computer applications to perform analyses and maintain records. The culture emphasizes people-first values, innovation, integrity, excellence, philanthropy, sustainability, and ongoing development, supported by extensive benefits designed to promote holistic wellness.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Conyers, GA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/hr.

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.

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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Conyers,GA.

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.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.