Quality Assurance Specialist

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Full Time Regular Manual Labor Chanhassen, MN, US

2 days ago Requisition

$30.00 To $37.00 Hourly

You are a detail-oriented quality professional with experience in regulated manufacturing and a strong understanding of quality systems, documentation, and compliance. You thrive in fast-paced environments, effectively manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing operational needs. You are comfortable working on the production floor, investigating quality issues, and partnering with cross-functional teams to maintain product quality and drive continuous improvement.

• Serve as a primary point of contact for quality-related questions and production floor issues, providing technical guidance and escalating complex concerns to QA management as needed.
• Educate and coach QA Technicians and production employees on compliance, product quality, accountability, and adherence to established procedures.
• Promote a strong culture of quality and continuous improvement by helping prevent recurring issues, reduce defects, and strengthen processes.
• Serve as the QA representative on the production floor when the QA Supervisor is unavailable, collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify, correct, and prevent quality issues.
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of QA Technician responsibilities and provide hands‑on backup support across QA functions as needed.
• Perform daily finished goods inspections, evaluating approximately 35-40 pallets per day for quality, packaging, labeling, and lot coding accuracy.
• Document inspection results and quality findings in the company's ERP system.
• Review batch records for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established procedures.
• Identify, document, and manage nonconforming materials, deviations, and required corrective actions.
• Develop, review, and maintain technical quality documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, investigation reports, nonconformance reports, deviations, and CAPA documentation.
• Support root cause investigations, audits, change controls, and Material Review Board (MRB) activities.
• Provide backup support for label and artwork reviews, assembly inspections, and filling line signoffs.
• Track and trend quality metrics to identify recurring issues and recommend improvements.

• 4-5 years of quality assurance or quality control experience in regulated manufacturing.
• Associate or technical degree preferred.
• Strong understanding of GMP, GDP, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Experience with quality investigations, root cause analysis, deviations, CAPAs, and technical documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English to interpret procedures, complete documentation, and communicate quality requirements effectively.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, work independently, and manage competing demands in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to train, coach, and collaborate effectively across departments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Familiarity with inspection and measurement equipment.

• Vision Requirements: Ability to perform tasks involving close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjustment of focus.
• Color Differentiation: Ability to visually compare colors against established reference standards, including standard color solutions or approved reference materials. Ability to accurately identify color‑coded…