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Quality Assurance Technician
Job Description
The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for participating in the design, creation, implementation, and monitoring of programs and methodologies to ensure company products meet established specifications, design criteria, quality standards, and customer requirements. The role primarily focuses on DHR review for instrument manufacturing operations and supports the product release department by reviewing device history/batch records for compliance with internal procedures.
Responsibilities
- Review and ensure compliance of device history/batch records with internal procedures.
- Focus on bolstering throughput for the product release department.
- Provide information for metrics tracking systems, including the number of reviews conducted and errors found.
- Communicate with the floor to address issues and negotiate necessary corrective actions.
Essential Skills
- Experience in quality assurance, CAPA, and auditing.
- Experience in FDA-regulated environments such as pharma, med device, or biotech.
- Minimum 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Minimum 1 year of experience in quality, preferably Quality Assurance.
- Proficiency in computer skills, including Microsoft Windows and Office programs.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in a fast-paced environment with the ability to switch between tasks quickly.
- Familiarity with Oracle, CQT, CCT, CQI, and GMP.
- Associates Degree in engineering or life science (nice to have).
- Experience with Oracle (nice to have).
- Certification in Quality discipline (CQT, CCT, CQI, etc.).
- 1 years of experience participating in formal audits.
Work Environment
The work hours are Monday - Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM, with flexibility to start between 7-4 or 9-6. This is a fast‑paced, regulated laboratory and manufacturing environment.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Austin, TX.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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 Austin,TX.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 21, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
Salary : $20 - $25