QA Specialist

QA Specialist

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented QA Specialist to join our growing Quality Assurance team. This role is responsible for supporting quality systems, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining high standards across manufacturing and quality operations. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a GMP-regulated environment and a passion for continuous improvement, compliance, and product quality.

This is an excellent opportunity for a quality professional looking to make a meaningful impact within a collaborative organization that values innovation, employee development, and work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and approve quality documents, including SOPs, protocols, reports, and other controlled documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Support investigations, deviations, CAPAs, complaints, and non-conformance activities.
• Assist with the preparation of Annual Product Reviews and regulatory compliance documentation.
• Participate in validation activities and quality system improvement initiatives.
• Support responses to regulatory agency inquiries and audits.
• Conduct and assist with internal, supplier, and quality audits.
• Manage and track change controls across multiple departments.
• Draft validation protocols, equipment calibration documentation, and other quality records.
• Support document management activities within electronic quality systems, including MasterControl.
• Develop and maintain food safety plans and food safety-related procedures.
• Monitor compliance metrics and ensure quality processes are properly followed.
• Track testing and validation activities to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Maintain adherence to company policies, GMP requirements, safety procedures, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or another Life Sciences field.
• Minimum of 2 years of Quality Assurance experience within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, dietary supplement, or other regulated industry.
• Knowledge of GMP and cGMP regulations.
• Experience supporting validation, quality control, or manufacturing quality activities.
• Familiarity with FDA 21 CFR regulations and industry quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent documentation practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

• Additional experience within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or dietary supplement manufacturing environments.
• Experience managing deviations, CAPAs, change controls, and investigations.
• Familiarity with MasterControl or other electronic Quality Management Systems (eQMS).
• Knowledge of ICH guidelines and international GMP requirements.
• Experience supporting supplier audits and regulatory inspections.
• Demonstrated ability to improve processes and transition manual systems into electronic workflows.
• Self-starter who embraces change and continuous improvement initiatives.

Work Environment

This position is primarily office-based and works closely with a small, collaborative Quality Assurance team. Employees enjoy a supportive culture focused on professional development, flexibility, and work-life balance. The company offers a highly competitive benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Sign-on bonus opportunities
• Generous PTO with immediate eligibility
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Collaborative and team-oriented work environment

Why Join Us?

• Make a direct impact on quality and compliance initiatives.
• Gain exposure to a wide range of quality systems and regulatory processes.
• Work in a collaborative environment with opportunities for career growth.
• Help drive automation and continuous improvement projects.
• Enjoy exceptional benefits and a strong commitment to employee well-being.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Verona, WI.

The pay range for this position is $28.85 - $40.87/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Contract to Hire position based out of Verona, WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Verona,WI.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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.

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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.