QA Specialist

At Actus Nutrition, our focus is to create high-quality ingredients designed to optimize health and nutrition. We are passionate and dedicated people. Each day, we collectively explore new, innovative ways to enhance product performance and value through our broad human and animal nutrition portfolios. Both divisions are backed by the speed, execution, and passion it takes to exceed the expectation of our customers.

We are currently seeking a Quality Technician to join the Visalia, CA team.

Pay: From $28 - $31

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform analytical procedures on raw materials, in-process samples and finished products. Record all testing results in timely manner and perform computations leading to accurate data reporting.
• Timely notify QA Manager and others as appropriate when ingredients or products do not meet specifications. Assist with product problem investigation and resolution as well as customer concern reviews.
• Respond to internal calls to answer technical product questions.
• Maintain and purchase laboratory supplies including chemicals, equipment and equipment parts.
• Follow plant and laboratory GMP’s and safety guidelines to maintain a clean and safe work area at all times.
• Complete audits of manufacturing floor including sanitation, SOP’s, and GMP compliance. Report all results to QA Manager.
• Perform routine maintenance on lab equipment as required. Troubleshoot any equipment issues.
• Ensure all laboratory chemical MSDS ‘s are reviewed and filed.
• Manage lab database tracking all daily lab analysis for both finished products and ingredients. Create/develop reports as needed from system.
• Maintain and organize all storage locations for hazardous materials and supplies in a safe, well identified location.
• Read and properly interpret documents such as lab results, GMP Manuals, HACCP programs and procedure manuals.
• Monitor and communicate trends and issues on all ingredients and finished products. Discuss issues with QA Manager, Plant Manager and others as appropriate to the situation.

Qualifications:

• Previous laboratory and manufacturing QA experience, preferably in a food grade manufacturing facility
• Strong knowledge of laboratory testing procedures and computer software applications
• Exceptional analytical and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Actus Nutrition prides itself on providing advancement opportunities for our current workforce, promoting from within. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as a healthy 401(k) company match program.