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Job Title: Quality Analyst Job Description
The Quality Analyst conducts analytical testing, documents results and trends, and recommends corrective actions to ensure consistent product quality. This role provides quality control and quality assurance support across site activities, helping to maintain compliance with standards and procedures while partnering closely with production, procurement, and other functions in a laboratory-based environment. Responsibilities
Implement safety, health, and environmental standards and promptly raise issues to the appropriate safety leadership when needed. Ensure all personnel involved in site quality procedures follow safety, health, and environmental requirements. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, gloves, long sleeves, pants, and safety footwear, and actively participate in all plant safety-related reporting. Perform analytical testing in accordance with established test methods, standard operating procedures, and laboratory guidelines. Ensure all analytical results are accurately documented, trended, and retained in accordance with quality and regulatory requirements. Conduct appropriate investigations when test results or observations indicate potential deviations or nonconformances. Perform benchtop analyses following approved procedures and methods. Ensure laboratory equipment is well maintained, and perform preventive maintenance and method assurance testing as required. Use loss analysis as a tool to identify savings opportunities and drive continuous improvement in quality processes. Support quality control and quality assurance processes to consistently deliver high-quality products. Collaborate with procurement to implement plans that ensure and improve the quality of raw materials and packaging materials. Act as a role model for behavioral and professional standards within the team. Test raw materials in a timely manner to prevent delays to the manufacturing department. Conduct routine testing of bulk and packed product samples, ensuring analysis is completed promptly to avoid waiting time for the packaging department. Investigate and report deviations and defects, minimizing delays and losses, and verify that resulting corrective actions are implemented to prevent recurrence. Maintain and update all paperwork associated with laboratory activities, including specifications, methods, and production documents, to ensure smooth operation of quality control functions. Perform analytical testing such as conductivity, specific gravity, pH, various titrations, FTIR, spectrophotometry, fluorescence, atomic absorption (AA), HPLC, and gas chromatography. Carry out duties in accordance with good manufacturing practices (GMP) and safe working practices. Liaise with other organizational functions to clearly communicate quality requirements and ensure shared goals are achieved. Maintain general tidiness and organization of the laboratory to support compliance with good laboratory practice (GLP) and GMP, including maintaining lab equipment, glassware, and laboratory chemical stocks to avoid delays in testing. Accurately complete logs, worksheets, and records, including graphical representations of data, to support traceability and analysis. Use electronic systems, including Microsoft Office and SAP, to manage quality data, processes, and documentation. Essential Skills
Previous experience in analytical chemistry, including hands-on laboratory testing. Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, chemistry, or another relevant science discipline. 3+ years of production experience in a food, chemical, beverage, or related batch manufacturing environment. Experience performing analytical techniques such as titration, conductivity, specific gravity, pH measurement, FTIR, spectrophotometry, fluorescence, atomic absorption (AA), HPLC, and gas chromatography. Working knowledge of quality control and quality assurance practices in a production or manufacturing setting. Ability to work in a disciplined, structured production environment with careful attention to standards of work and personal behavior. Strong numeracy and literacy skills with the ability to interpret and record technical data accurately. Ability to complete logs, worksheets, and records, including graphs, clearly and legibly. Ability to clearly express information to colleagues at all levels and to understand both written and verbal instructions. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word, and ability to use email and electronic systems for process and procedure management. SAP experience in a production or quality environment. Some project management experience, including organizing tasks and following up on actions. Ability to kneel, bend, squat, push, pull, and reach above and below the waist, and ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Proficiency in the local language for effective communication and documentation. Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience working in a laboratory environment within a manufacturing or production facility. Familiarity with quality control, quality assurance, and good manufacturing practice (GMP) principles. Understanding of good laboratory practice (GLP) and safe working practices in a lab setting. Experience with loss analysis and continuous improvement methods to identify savings and efficiency opportunities. Comfort with data entry and electronic documentation in quality systems. Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams such as production, procurement, and safety. Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to testing and documentation. Capability to role model positive behaviors and support a culture of safety, quality, and accountability. No immigration sponsorship is available for this opportunity. Work Environment This role operates primarily in a laboratory environment within a production facility. The position follows an early start time of approximately 6:00 a.m., supporting manufacturing and packaging operations with timely testing and results. The work involves regular use of laboratory instruments and equipment, including titration setups, FTIR,
spectrophotometers,
fluorescence equipment, atomic absorption instruments, HPLC systems, and gas chromatographs, as well as standard benchtop and wet chemistry tools. The Quality Analyst uses computers and electronic systems, including Microsoft Office and SAP, to manage data, documentation, and processes. The role requires frequent movement, including kneeling, bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, and reaching above and below the waist, and the ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Appropriate personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, gloves, long sleeves, pants, and safety footwear, is required at all times in the laboratory and production areas. The environment emphasizes good laboratory practice (GLP), good manufacturing practice (GMP), safe working practices, and a strong safety culture. The organization promotes work-life balance, offers opportunities for growth within a larger company structure, and provides a collaborative atmosphere focused on quality, continuous improvement, and professional development. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Long Beach, CA. Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $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) Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Long Beach,CA. Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 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 process due to a disability, please email
actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com
for other accommodation options. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
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