Quality Assurance Technician: GMP Audits & Improvement

Actalent; Hopkins (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Pre-tax & Roth HRAs/FSAs

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Quality Operations Technician in Hopkins, MN. The role focuses on auditing the facility and production lines, evaluating materials and finished products, and driving continuous improvement to ensure customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities include documenting deviations, maintaining GMP-compliant records, and coaching staff on quality requirements. The position is onsite with a first shift (6 AM–2 PM) and a contract-to-hire arrangement.

Qualifications

• Quality assurance experience in GMP manufacturing environments (pharma/cosmetics/food or medical devices).
• Working knowledge of cGMP and 21 CFR drug manufacturing regulations.
• Detailed understanding of quality work instructions and related SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Audit manufacturing lines and packaging to uphold a world-class quality program.
• Document deviations, non-conformances, and potential quality issues for swift action.
• Ensure SOPs and test methods are followed and updated to support compliance and improvements.
• Maintain compliant documentation records per GMP requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and training to manufacturing staff on quality practices.

Skills

QA experience

cGMP knowledge

SOPs proficiency

multitasking

Education

4-year science degree

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Quality Operations Technician in Hopkins, MN. The role focuses on auditing the facility and production lines, evaluating materials and finished products, and driving continuous improvement to ensure customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities include documenting deviations, maintaining GMP-compliant records, and coaching staff on quality requirements. The position is onsite with a first shift (6 AM–2 PM) and a contract-to-hire arrangement.