QA/QC Supervisor

Job Title: QA/QC Supervisor

Essential Skills

• Strong working knowledge of QA/QC systems in a manufacturing or chemical environment.

• Experience with GMP compliance and regulated processes.

• Proficiency in laboratory testing, inspection methods, and measurement systems.

• Ability to analyze quality data and drive actionable improvements.

• Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional problem-solving.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related fields (required).

• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred.

Job Description

As the QA/QC Supervisor, you will serve as the site quality leader, acting as the primary liaison across Operations, Process Engineering, Technical teams, and customer-facing groups. This role is responsible for driving quality strategy, ensuring compliance, and leading continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product performance, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction. You will oversee both quality assurance systems and hands-on quality control activities, ensuring the integrity of raw materials, in-process production, and finished goods.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer expectations.

• Drive integration of customer-specific requirements (CSRs and Supplier Quality standards) into site processes, ensuring consistent compliance.

• Establish and lead site-level quality performance metrics, ensuring accurate measurement, visibility, and communication across the organization.

• Lead cross-functional investigations into quality events (off-spec conditions, customer complaints, SCARs), ensuring timely resolution and systemic corrective actions.

• Champion data-driven quality improvement initiatives focused on yield, productivity, cost of non-conformance, and customer satisfaction.

• Facilitate and lead customer and supplier engagements, representing site quality performance and capabilities.

• Provide functional guidance and support for quality-related data systems (SAP, LIMS) to ensure data integrity and usability.

• Own and lead the internal audit program and document control system, driving compliance and continuous improvement.

• Partner with Technical, Optima, and R&D teams to improve first-time-right capability and overall product quality.

• Act as the quality lead for site-level Management of Change (MOC) and New Product Launch activities.

• Provide leadership, coaching, and subject matter expertise to promote strong quality practices across the site.

• Drive and sustain a proactive quality culture through influence, training, and cross-functional collaboration.

Work Environment

This role involves a combination of laboratory, production floor, and office settings. It is a hands-on leadership role with frequent interaction across operations and technical teams. The fast-paced manufacturing environment requires both strategic thinking and tactical execution. Adherence to safety protocols and use of PPE in production and lab areas is mandatory.

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Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Salem, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $45.67/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 Salem,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 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.

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