Quality Engineer (3 month contract)

Kelly Science is seeking a Quality Engineer for a short term contract opportunity with a growing company located in Grand Rapids, MI. Pay: $40-45/hour Schedule: Monday-Friday 1st shift Employment Type: Full Time; 3 month contract Job Responsibilities: Support nonconformance and complaint investigations in a GMP-regulated medical device or OTC pharmaceutical environment, helping ensure investigations are thorough, well documented, and completed on time. Review investigation case details, supporting documentation, and available product or process records; retrieve and review batch records and related paperwork as needed. Monitor open investigations and follow up with stakeholders to keep cases progressing, including providing investigation-review coverage during team absences. Work with operators and other process stakeholders to confirm reported nonconformances, clarify events, and gather relevant facts from the work area. Assist with investigation documentation, including clear descriptions of the issue, evidence reviewed, root cause rationale, containment actions, corrective actions, and material disposition, as applicable. Review investigation records for completeness, consistency, and compliance with applicable GMP and quality-system requirements; identify missing information or follow-up needed before closure. Track investigation status and on-time closure performance, escalating delays or investigation gaps to the appropriate stakeholders. Support complaint-trending and nonconformance review by identifying recurring issues and communicating potential patterns for further assessment. Partner with Quality, Operations, and other relevant teams to support timely investigation resolution and appropriate follow-through on corrective actions. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in life science, engineering, physical science, or a related field. At least three years of experience in a GMP-regulated medical device or OTC pharmaceutical environment, with experience supporting or reviewing nonconformance and/or complaint investigations. Experienced in reviewing investigation records and manufacturing documentation for completeness and accuracy. Strong attention to detail, critical-thinking, and communication skills, including the ability to gather information from operators, track investigation actions and deadlines, and escalate gaps or delays. Interested? Please apply today for immediate consideration!