Fsq Technician

FSQ Technician – Actalent

Location: Union City, CA

This role focuses on monitoring, supporting, and ensuring compliance of food safety and quality requirements on a daily basis. The successful candidate will lead by example in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and work cohesively with the team to drive continual improvement.

• Perform physical inspection and analytical testing for food safety and quality, including color, pH, seal integrity, temperature, date code, X‑ray monitoring, weight checks, label accuracy, allergen testing, and cleanliness.
• Document all food‑safety and quality checks as required.
• Ensure all stakeholders consistently follow GMPs, good housekeeping, and company policies.
• Hold and release products after thorough review; provide feedback and guidance for corrective actions when non‑conformance is found.
• Conduct pre‑operation inspections of line equipment and processing environment, and perform environment testing such as ATP and allergen tests.
• Collect and retain samples from the production line for product evaluation at end of shelf life.
• Calibrate laboratory equipment per set frequency and maintain records.
• Take corrective actions for deviations and notify FSQ manager.
• Observe GMPs throughout the plant and warehouse; address discrepancies and follow up for corrective actions.
• Lead GMP inspections of assigned areas, communicate findings, and implement corrective actions.
• Support preparation for third‑party audits (FDA, USDA, Organic, SQF) and customer audits, following documented protocols.
• Audit food‑safety and quality records maintained by operators.
• Identify opportunities to improve methods and processes; recommend actions to FSQ manager.
• React to unexpected changes and adapt processes accordingly.
• Assist in backup for FSQ lead and other team members in absence.
• Help train new hires and conduct refresher sessions on food‑safety and quality topics.
• Participate in mock‑recalls and product withdrawal drills.
• Support continuous improvement efforts and track corrective action implementation.
• Inform FSQ manager about issues and improvement opportunities.
• Assist with special in‑plant or laboratory projects as directed.

• Food science
• Food safety
• GMP

• Lift and carry up to 30 pounds.
• Stand or sit for extended periods.
• Perform repetitive hand and arm tasks.
• Operate laboratory equipment and instruments.

Entry Level

Contract position based out of Union City, CA.

Pay range: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour.

Benefits (subject to eligibility and plan terms):

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D)
• Short‑ and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off: PTO, vacation or sick leave

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.

Actalent 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 other protected characteristic.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as a modification or adjustment of the job application process or interview due to a disability, please email actalentaccom for additional options.