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Quality Assurance Engineer

Actalent
Indianapolis, IN Contractor
POSTED ON 2/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/21/2026

Job Title: Quality Assurance Engineer

Job Description

The Quality Assurance Engineer is responsible for supporting the Quality organization in conducting investigations, change management, identifying and implementing continuous improvement opportunities, and maintaining GMP compliance.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and implement corrective actions and investigate exceptions (deviations).
  • Generate or review change controls for batch records, standard operating procedures, standard test methods, specifications, and data sheets.
  • Employ quality tools such as FMEA, Fishbone, 5 Why, and risk analysis to support investigations and special projects.
  • Perform data analysis to support investigations, cost savings, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Work with radioactive materials.
  • Ensure a safe and quality working environment through training, awareness, and compliance with safety and quality guidelines and SOPs.
  • Maintain current knowledge of US and international quality regulations.
  • Author or perform peer reviews of annual product quality reviews.
  • Provide support for regulatory agency on-site audits as required.
  • Maintain operational compliance with US and international regulatory agencies and guidelines such as FDA, EU, HC, TGA, PIC/S, USP, NRC, and cGMP.

Essential Skills

  • Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree.
  • 3 or more years of relevant experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Strong investigations experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Ability to resolve problems, handle conflict, and make effective decisions under pressure.
  • Ability to perform simple to complex math calculations and analyze data.
  • Hands-on, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • High level of energy and consistent attendance.

Work Environment

This is an onsite position.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Indianapolis, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $37.00/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 Indianapolis,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 25, 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.

Salary : $35 - $37

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