

Quality Assurance Analyst
Actalent
Posted Friday, October 24, 2025
Posting ID: JP-005630059
Altoona, IA
Now Hiring: Quality Assurance Technician
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Quality Assurance Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for sampling ingredients, products, and packages, as well as monitoring and testing them according to established procedures. This role requires a keen eye for detail and a commitment to maintaining quality standards in our production environment.
Responsibilities
- Sample ingredients, products, and packages and monitor and test them according to established procedures.
- Monitor processes to ensure consistent operation.
- Organize and test samples of ingredients, final products, shelf studies, or customer projects.
- Label and maintain samples of ingredients or products for retains or shelf-life monitoring.
- Document all collected data neatly and precisely for management review, using charts, graphs, and tables.
- Maintain labs and other work areas and equipment in an orderly fashion.
- Communicate any inconsistent results or observations to management immediately.
- Monitor plant compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
- Inspect and swab equipment and environment, communicating problems to appropriate technical services or operations personnel.
- Test research and development samples for food safety and specification compliance.
- Recommend methods to improve processes, reduce waste, and enhance productivity, quality, and consistency.
Essential Skills
- Experience in quality assurance and testing.
- Knowledge in food science, food quality, microbiology, and biology.
- Ability to conduct line checks and work effectively in a lab environment.
- Strong organizational skills to efficiently manage work tasks and time.
- Proficiency in written and oral communication and computer skills.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences is preferred, but not required.
- At least 6 months of experience in food or quality if no degree.
Compensation:$26
Contact Information
Recruiter: Ellen Vander Bleek
Phone: +13197203455
Email: evanderbleek@actalentservices.com
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.