Quality Specialist

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Quality Specialist in Manassas, VA 20109

Job Title: Quality Specialist

Duration: 4 + Months

Location: Manassas, VA 20109

Pay : $23 - $24/hr
(Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

(Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.)

Job Type: Contract (40 hrs. a week)

Schedule: 6AM TO 6PM 5 DAYS WORKING A WEEK THEN 2 DAYS WORKING A WEEK. MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ANY DAYS OF THE WEEK.

BASIC FUNCTION
Responsible for inspection and verification of the products and production processes along all the
production chain from receiving to dispatching. To ensure adherence to company quality standards
procedures and policies. Inform the QA management if any out of specification or any deviations are
found. Comply with SQF, Food Safety Plan (HACCP), Food Quality Plan (FQP) standard and any other
standard that Catalent complies with. Ensure all employees involved with production or contractors
inside the production plant are following our cGMP and execute corrective actions when needed. Assist
the Quality Assurance team with special projects as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The essential functions of this position include, but are not necessarily limited to, those specifically identified in this description. The position and its essential functions may change over time and these changes may not necessarily be reflected in the position description. The Company may, at its sole discretion, add to, change, or expand the essential or marginal functions of this position.
* Conduct thorough and detailed quality inspection and check of lines to ensure products meet established quality standards before, during and after production
* Perform daily checks and inspections to guarantee food safety and well maintenance of the plant infrastructure.
* Equipment verification including metal detector, x-ray, scales, etc.
* Review and verify paperwork of operators to ensure they are meeting quality standards
* Report any deviations to QA Supervisor in complete appropriate details.
* Report any housekeeping issues that need attention.
* Document all areas of non-compliance and ensure corrective actions are completed. Utilize computer to enter and track result data
* Comply with SQF, Food Safety Plan (HACCP), Food Quality Plan (FQP) standards and any other standard Catalent complies with.
* Responsible for ensuring compliance to FDA and cGMP standards for Quality Control, including continuous training.
* Perform cleaning verification by ATP, EMP testing.
* Participate in all necessary training is required to successfully perform job responsibilities.
* Resolve any problem related to the production process under their capabilities
* Collaborate with production employees and management to resolve any issue during the production process
* Conduct AQL inspections in and off the line.
* Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
* Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in written English.
* BS in Food Science, related major or High School Diploma with 3+ years of experience in food industry is preferred
* Ability to communicate with all line level positions and management
* Attention to detail
* Self-starter and must be able to work independently with minimum supervision
* Able to assert himself / herself effectively
* Strong interpersonal skills are essential. Ability to develop cross functional and multinational relationships to support interaction with various internal customers.
* Strong analytical skills
* Ability to read and follow documents (Standard Operating Procedures and Test Methods)
* Knowledge of GMP and Quality systems
* Knowledge of spoken Spanish is a plus
* Basic Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)

Benefits: BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.

Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 235096 when responding to this ad.