QA Specialist

Nellson Nutraceutical•Anaheim, CA

7d•$20 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Nellson is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented QA Specialist to join our Powder Division in Anaheim, California. Under the direction of the Supervisor/Manager, the Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for tracking and updating the status of daily work in the QA administration. Also, responsible for adhering to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) that are in effect, assuring the quality and quantity of product produced.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Previous manufacturing experience, preferably in the food industry.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Basic math skills and the ability to perform calculations with or without a calculator.
Computer proficiency, including data entry and use of manufacturing systems.
Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and maintain accurate, legible documentation.
Effective communication skills with the ability to interact at all levels of the organization.
Commitment to food safety, quality standards, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

Tracking and updating of status of FG releasing for shipping in ERP system, creating and sending C of A’s
Collects laboratory C of A’s, match with packaging job orders, and creates C of A cover for management review and approval of FG releasing
Creates, revises and maintains controlled documents (SOP’s, Forms, etc)
Collects and trends daily KPI data
Handling/Processing investigation of customer complaints, review data and distinguish relevant information in order to perform adequate investigations, evaluate samples as needed
Trend and analyze data for CAPA (as required), prepares monthly charts for management review
Respond to customer product inquires
Documents minutes/notes during Bi-weekly Material Review Board
Collect and maintain files of the latest revision level documentation necessary to define product configuration and control manufacturing processes.
Timely distribution of latest revision level documentation to all appropriate users and ensure that obsolete documentation is removed from distribution.
Maintain a computer database of all filed documentation that ensures fast retrieval of documents.
Perform clerical typing duties to generate documents as necessary.
Utilizes research and general industry knowledge in the effective development, implementation, maintenance and presentation of a formal training program (including tracking of progress and effectiveness of training).
Develops teaching aids, such as training handbooks, demonstration models, and multimedia visual aids.
Coordinates training schedule with various groups and departments.
Collaborates with management and supervisors to gain understanding of work situations requiring training, including but not limited to changes in policies, procedures, regulations, business initiative and technologies.
Prepare training status reports upon request by management and for audits
Complies with company policies and procedures and maintains regular work attendance
Personal responsibilities for following safety rules, SOPs and CGMP’s guidelines
Performs other duties as assigned
As necessary, performs other related functions of which the above are representative