Job Title: Quality Assurance SpecialistJob Description

As a Quality Assurance Specialist, you will play a crucial role in supporting finished goods releases, reviewing and providing Certificates of Analysis (COAs), and ensuring product compliance with customer specifications. You will manage deviations and perform extensive trace analyses while maintaining daily communication with customers.

ResponsibilitiesSupport the release of finished goods by reviewing and providing COAs.Ensure product releases meet customer specifications and quality standards.Review and manage deviations to maintain compliance.Conduct trace analyses to ensure product quality and safety.Communicate daily with customers to address inquiries and concerns.Essential SkillsProficiency in quality assurance documentation and procedures.Experience with COA reviews and product releases.Familiarity with customer specifications and deviation management.HACCP certification and PCQI certification.1+ year of experience in QA or documentation control in food or nutraceutical industries.Additional Skills & QualificationsBachelor's degree or high school diploma.Experience with external audits such as kosher, Halal, and organic.Computer literacy and proficiency in quality assurance systems.Work Environment

This is an office position located above the production floor, requiring GMP attire for office access. The role reports directly to the Quality Manager. The quality unit consists of 51 team members divided into three areas: Laboratories, Quality Production staff, and Quality Systems. Work hours are Monday to Friday with flexible start times between 7:30 am and 8:00 am. Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision benefits, and a 401K, along with various corporate partner perks.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Anaheim, CA.

Pay and Benefits

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

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Anaheim,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 2, 2026.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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