QA Technician - Lab Testing & GMP/Quality
Actus Nutrition · Mountain Lake, MN
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Quality
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level quality role at Actus Nutrition (industrial) in Mountain Lake, MN.
- Tools it names
- FDA / GMP
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How this role compares
Against 20 other live quality postings in Minnesota.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 2+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Root cause 48%
- GD&T 38%
- Team leadership 38%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 33%
- ISO 9001 24%
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How to get in at this plant
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- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Quality team at Actus Nutrition
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- 2
Send a short, curious note
One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Which standards drive the work here: ISO 13485, IATF 16949, AS9100?
- How much of the job is customer complaints versus prevention?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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Apply with someone vouching for you
If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
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Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
Full description from Actus NutritionAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
Conduct and interpret lab tests. Package and prepare samples for shipment to third party testing locations. Respond to internal calls to answer technical product questions. Perform laboratory computations leading to accurate data reporting. Troubleshoot lab issues. Conduct routine maintenance on all lab equipment. Read and properly interpret documents such as lab results, GMP manuals, HACCP programs, operational paperwork and procedure manuals. Solve practical problems and comfortably deal in high pressure situations. Possess the ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written and oral forms. Complete routine clerical work such as filing, checking and entering required information into the computer system. Follow plant and laboratory GMPs to maintain a clean work area. Advise operations associates to assure GMPs are followed in the plant. Distribute, collect, review, and interpret the necessary documents for plant operations. Perform environmental and product testing and communicate results to the plant and corporate management groups as needed.
Qualifications
Previous laboratory experience, preferably in a food grade manufacturing facility Strong knowledge of laboratory testing procedures and computer software applications Exceptional analytical and organizational skills Strong interpersonal and communication skills Actus Nutrition prides itself on advancement opportunities for our current workforce to promote from within. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as a healthy 401(k) company match program. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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At Actus Nutrition , our focus is to create high-quality ingredients designed to optimize health and nutrition. We are passionate and dedicated people. Each day, we collectively explore new, innovative ways to enhance product performance and value through our broad human and animal nutrition portfolios. Both divisions are backed by the speed, execution, and passion it takes to exceed the expectation of our customers. We are currently seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to join the Mountain Lake, MN team. The Quality Technician has the responsibility for performing departmental analytical and clerical work in support of the plant Quality function which includes conducting lab tests, preparing samples for shipment, and responding to internal calls. Shift: 6:00AM- 6:00PM on a rotating day shift. Pay: The salary range for this position is $21.00 to 26.00/hour USD based on experience. Applicable pay within the posted range may vary based on factors including, but not limited to education, skill set and depth of experience. Essential Duties And
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