QA Analyst

About the Role

Join a growing team where your attention to detail, passion for quality, and commitment to continuous improvement directly shape the products our customers rely on every day. As a QA Analyst, you’ll be a key contributor in ensuring our manufacturing operations meet the highest standards of safety, accuracy, and compliance. Your work will support a diverse portfolio of products—including beauty, skincare, and cleaning detergents—offering a dynamic and engaging environment with plenty of opportunities to learn.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives on the production floor, enjoys problem-solving, and wants to play a vital part in driving a culture of quality.

What You’ll Do

• Review Production Batch Records to support a world‑class manufacturing control program, emphasizing accuracy and strong training practices.
• Verify that all documentation meets GDP standards and complies with current SOPs, Work Instructions, and testing procedures.
• Train and support manufacturing personnel on quality and regulatory expectations.
• Act as a technical resource on processes and procedures to help teams improve performance.
• Champion a culture of quality through communication, collaboration, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Document and investigate deviations and OOS (out‑of‑spec) findings to identify root causes and recommend improvements.
• Ensure product quality specifications and customer standards are consistently met.
• Approve batches to run when needed and ensure proper documentation and escalation of quality events.
• Manage and maintain reference standards, product standards, and updated test methods.
• Use data-driven insights to focus improvement efforts and uphold regulatory and customer requirements.
• Support and maintain "lean action" initiatives, including waste elimination and 5S practices across the department.

What You Bring

• Required: High School Diploma or GED
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related field
• Experience: 1–2 years in Quality or QA within pharmaceuticals, medical devices, cosmetics, or similar regulated industries
• Strong analytical skills, excellent documentation practices, and a proactive mindset

Work Environment & Training

• Training Schedule: First shift (6 AM–2 PM) for two weeks
• Regular Shift: Third shift (10 PM–6 AM) with a $1/hr differential
• Expect to spend significant time on the manufacturing floor ensuring equipment readiness, cleanliness, and compliance
• Desk-based tasks include batch record reviews, documentation, and support with investigations
• Optional weekend overtime available

You’ll be part of a collaborative team committed to continuous improvement, operational excellence, and producing high-quality products for well‑known brands.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Eden Prairie, MN.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Eden Prairie,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 18, 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.

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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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