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Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Quality Assurance Associate to perform activities related to document control in the manufacturing process of porcine islets and encapsulated islet combination products. This role involves adhering to SOPs and FDA Good Manufacturing Practices, assisting with animal health checks, operating room and necropsy procedures, and maintaining animal care while ensuring strict documentation control in compliance with GLP/GMP regulations.
Responsibilities
- Perform document control activities related to manufacturing processes.
- Follow SOPs and FDA Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Assist with animal health checks and operating room procedures.
- Conduct necropsy procedures as needed.
- Maintain animals and ensure compliance with GLP/GMP regulations.
- 1 years of documentation experience in a regulated environment, preferably in the pharmaceutical or medical device industry.
- 6 months of experience in animal husbandry.
- Understanding of GMP/GLP regulations and practices.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Comfortable working in a facility that conducts animal research.
- Proficient in Microsoft Programs such as Teams and Office 365.
- Willingness to comply with health and safety requirements of the facility, including biosecurity qualifications.
- Bachelor's degree.
- Swine husbandry experience.
- Experience working with large animals.
- Previous experience in an FDA regulated environment.
- Veterinary technician or veterinary assistant certification.
The position is based in a new bio-secure research facility resembling an airplane hangar. The environment is team-oriented and collaborative, with documentation work comprising 75% of duties and animal technician work 25%. The documentation tasks are primarily office-based, while animal technician tasks are performed mainly in the mornings. The facility houses approximately 100 pigs across 9 large animal rooms. Employees are required to shower before entering and after exiting the barrier room where swine are housed. The work schedule is from 6:30 AM to 3 PM, Monday to Friday, with occasional weekends.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Richmond, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $26.00/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 New Richmond,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Dec 5, 2025.
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.
Salary : $21 - $26