Quality Assurance Specialist I Jobs

PetAg, Inc

Location:
United States, Hampshire

Category:
Quality Control

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

21.85 - 32.78 USD / Hour

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Job Description:

The Quality Assurance Specialist I will be responsible for providing QA Support for the Manufacturing and Production Departments by performing routine quality checks, maintaining documentation, and assisting in the implementation of QA procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards. They will ensure that products comply with quality standards and specifications. Monitor and verify GMPs and SOP processes. Sample incoming and finished goods and collect data in order to certify or reject specific products.

Job Responsibility:

Daily inspections of production areas and perform in-process checks to ensure cGMP compliance
Maintain Reserve Sample program for finished Products
Perform incoming sampling of carriers, ingredients, and packaging materials
Monitor and document in-process conditions, materials, and products
Collect and document samples for microbiological and nutritional testing of ingredients and products
Prepare and ship ingredients and finished product samples to outside labs
Document lab results of ingredients and finished product samples
Audit and check production, processing, and paperwork items utilizing a QA checklist
Collect, store, and track retain samples
Collect samples for environmental microbiological monitoring of manufacturing areas
Perform GMP audits and monitor GMP conditions
Investigate customers’ complaints
Monitor and perform lab equipment calibrations
Perform some analytical testing of ingredients and products
Process appropriate paperwork for QA functions
Use, calibrate, and monitor Quality equipment
All other duties may be assigned as necessary

Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent required
Associate degree in food science, biology, chemistry, microbiology or related discipline preferred
2-4 years of related food manufacturing experience, preferably in a QA function
Understanding of testing methods that assess product safety, quality, and shelf life
Position requires ability to work effectively with production, inventory, regulatory and R&D personnels
Basic understanding of GMP, HACCP, and food safety regulations (FDA, USDA)
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Strong Attention to detail and good communication skills

What we offer:

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance with Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
Short- and Long-term Disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Pet Insurance
Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Fitness Reimbursement
William Everett & Mary Ellen Mealman Scholarship Fund
Tuition Reimbursement
Parental Leave

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 11, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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