Quality Assurance Technician (Full-time) - Day Shift

Nestlé Health Science; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Nestlé Health Science in Hazleton, PA, is hiring a Quality Assurance Technician to ensure products meet safety, quality, and regulatory standards on the production floor. You will review documentation, perform inspections, and support GMP/SOP compliance to help deliver consistent, high-quality consumer and medical nutrition products.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 1–3 years of manufacturing or QA experience; you must be comfortable with powders, chemicals, and lifting up to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of experience in manufacturing or quality assurance preferred.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and move throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process testing and AQL inspections
• Submit samples for analytical and microbiological testing
• Review batch documentation and production logbooks for accuracy
• Approve pre-startup activities and equipment checks
• Release batch records and work orders
• Conduct daily audits and floor walks to ensure compliance
• Support teams with GMP, SOP, and documentation guidance
• Participate in shift review meetings
• Follow safety rules, GMPs, SOPs, and company policies
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Team player

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Oracle

AS400

PQM

Captiva

Job description

At Nestlé Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength to empower healthier lives. Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands like Garden of Life®, Nature's Bounty®, Vital Proteins®, Orgain®, Nuun®, BOOST®, Carnation Breakfast Essentials®, Peptamen®, Compleat Organic Blends®, and more. We also have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines that aim to prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases. At Nestlé Health Science, we bring our best for better lives. Our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition. We know brilliant ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Here we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and collaborate with teams that champion focused and forward thinking. We are committed to fostering professional growth and celebrating the achievements of our people along the way. We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers.

Must have basic proficiency of English language to comply with verbal and written directions, signs, policies and procedures.

SHIFT/SCHEDULE

This role operates on the 1st shift, with a schedule of Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.

ONBOARDING SCHEDULE

To ensure a successful start and seamless integration into the team, this role includes a structured 4–5-day onboarding program, typically scheduled from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. All new employees are expected to complete this onboarding during their first week.

POSITION SUMMARY

As a Quality Assurance Technician, you’ll help ensure our products meet the highest standards for safety, consistency, and compliance. You’ll work directly on the production floor, reviewing documentation, performing inspections, and supporting teams with quality guidance. Your attention to detail and commitment to doing things right help us deliver the products people love — with confidence and care.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform in-process testing and AQL inspections
• Submit samples for analytical and microbiological testing
• Review batch documentation and production logbooks for accuracy
• Approve pre-startup activities and equipment checks
• Release batch records and work orders
• Conduct daily audits and floor walks to ensure compliance
• Support teams with GMP, SOP, and documentation guidance
• Participate in shift review meetings
• Follow safety rules, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and company policies
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED required
• 1–3 years of experience in manufacturing or quality assurance preferred
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and move throughout your shift
• Comfortable working around powders, chemicals, and food allergens
• Flexible to work overtime based on business needs

SKILLS

• Comfortable using computers, tablets, and basic software (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Experience with systems like SAP, Oracle, AS400, PQM, or Captiva preferred
• Strong attention to detail and organization
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
• Understanding of quality systems and manufacturing equipment
• Able to read, write, and understand English
• Team-oriented and dependable

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at [e-mail] or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

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Job Requisition: 411219

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