Quality Assurance Specialist

Quality Assurance SpecialistAs a Quality Assurance Specialist, you will perform quality checks on incoming raw materials, oversee in-process quality assessments, and conduct finished product evaluations. You will collaborate with production personnel to resolve issues and implement corrective actions, while meticulously documenting all quality-related information and maintaining an electronic Quality Management System (QMS). Additionally, you will assist with internal and external audits, manage the ISO program, and contribute to technical writing tasks based on quality checks and investigations.Responsibilities:Conduct quality checks on incoming/raw materials, in-process, and finished products.Collaborate with production personnel to address issues and implement corrective action plans.Document all quality information and maintain electronic QMS.Perform document control and manage corrective actions, deviations, non-conformances, and dispositions.Assist with internal and external audits.Support the management and maintenance of the ISO program.Engage in technical writing based on quality checks and investigations.Essential Skills:Proficiency in quality assurance and quality control functions.Strong understanding of quality processes and management systems.Experience with document control and corrective action planning.Ability to manage non-conformances and perform root cause analysis.Technical documentation skills.Familiarity with electronic QMS systems.Additional Skills & Qualifications:Experience in managing and maintaining the ISO program.Capability to perform technical writing based on quality investigations.Work Environment:This position operates on a 1st shift, Monday through Friday, with 8 to 9 hours per day and a flexible start time between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. You will work in the quality office, laboratory, and occasionally in production areas to perform necessary checks. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn when handling specific chemical products, such as a full suit. The role offers a dynamic opportunity to engage with a small team, work with various elements on the periodic table, and gain comprehensive knowledge of the QMS.Job Type & Location:This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milwaukee, WI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $30.00/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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace Type:This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee, WI.Application Deadline:This position is anticipated to close on Nov 21, 2025.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.The company 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 characteristic protected by law.