QA Inspector

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Quality Assurance (QA) Inspector

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Quality Assurance (QA) Inspector to support daily production operations. This role ensures that all production activities meet internal quality standards and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will be proactive, organized, and committed to maintaining a clean and compliant manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support daily production operations and collaborate with production teams.
• Conduct inspections and release production lines for manufacturing.
• Ensure production rooms are clean and meet sanitation standards.
• Use checklists to verify compliance with QA protocols.
• Collect and inspect product samples for shape, color, and weight accuracy.
• Properly label and bag samples for documentation.
• Complete and submit accurate QA paperwork and reports.

Essential Skills

• Minimum high school diploma; some college or degree is a plus.
• Minimum 2 years of prior experience in quality assurance or a related field.
• Experience in GMP manufacturing environments (food, pharma, beverages).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow written procedures and regulatory guidelines.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in basic math operations and computer skills, including Excel and Word.
• Ability to move and lift 30 lb. boxes on occasion.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bilingual skills preferred, particularly in Spanish or Hindi.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, or food production environments preferred.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

Work Environment

The QA team consists of a manager and two QA inspectors. The work schedule is Monday to Friday from 7am to 3:30pm, with required availability on Saturdays (3-4 times a month). The role involves working in a GMP environment, with opportunities to learn from experts in the dietary supplement space with over 20 years of experience.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fairfield, New Jersey.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fairfield,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 3, 2025.

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 [email protected] for other accommodation options.