Kelly Science has an Immediate opening for a Quality Assurance Lab & Regulatory Tech for our growing client near Minneapolis, MN
Are you passionate about product safety, quality, and regulatory compliance? Join a team where your attention to detail, science-driven mindset, and organizational skills will make a real impact across both animal and plant product divisions. We're looking for a Quality Assurance Lab and Regulatory Technician to support our mission of delivering safe, high-quality products while ensuring compliance with internal standards and external regulatory bodies.
What You'll Do
- Monitor, analyze, and report lab results for raw materials and finished goods-flagging any out-of-spec results to protect product integrity.
- Support the company's Quality Program by reviewing and developing procedures, conducting visual inspections, and analyzing product samples.
- Perform laboratory tests including ICP (Inductively Coupled Plasma) analysis, moisture, and water activity (aW) testing.
- Maintain sample retain libraries and assist in troubleshooting product quality issues.
- Participate in the hold/release system for finished goods and contribute to quality audits (e.g., Safe Feed/Safe Food, HACCP).
- Oversee documentation in TraceGains, including supplier records, formulas (Brill and Adage), and compliance documentation.
- Maintain state licensing and registration for animal nutrition and agronomy.
- Foster a strong food safety culture in alignment with cGMPs, food defense, and quality policies across production and warehousing.
What You Bring
- Education: High school diploma or GED required; Associate or Bachelor's degree in a science-related field is a plus.
- Experience: 1-3 years in quality control/assurance in manufacturing, food/feed, or related industry.
- Certifications: PCQI preferred (but not required).
- Skills:
- Strong analytical and documentation abilities.
- Comfortable with lab equipment and procedures such as ICP, moisture, aW, and flash point analysis.
- Experience with regulatory compliance and documentation, state licensing, and customer forms.
- Excellent organization and communication skills.