Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Quality Assurance Associate for a direct-hire (permanent) position with one of our industry partners in Eau Claire, WI. If you’re passionate about food safety, microbiology, and quality systems — and want to grow your career in a fast-paced manufacturing environment — trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.

Quality Assurance Associate – Direct Hire | Eau Claire, WI
Pay: $26/hour base (Target Salary: $54,080/year)
Schedule Options:

• AM Shift: 6:00 AM – 6:10 PM (2-2-3 schedule)
  

• PM Shift: 6:00 PM – 6:10 AM (2-2-3 schedule, +$2/hour differential)
  

• Training Schedule for Both Shifts: Monday–Friday on AM shift

What You’ll Do

• Conduct routine environmental microbiological swabbing throughout the facility to verify sanitation effectiveness.
  

• Maintain accurate documentation of sample analysis and enter data into 3rd-party lab portals and internal software.
  

• Organize and ship samples to outside labs; track results and communicate findings.
  

• Verify compliance with the Master Sanitation Program.
  

• Log pest findings and communicate trends as part of the pest control program.
  

• Partner with Operations and Facilities teams to respond to environmental monitoring deviations.
  

• Perform limited sanitation activities within the QA lab.
  

• Maintain a clean, organized swabbing preparation area and restock supplies.
  

• Follow cGMPs, food safety standards, and company safety protocols at all times.

What We’re Looking For

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, Food Science, or related field preferred (not required).

  • In lieu of a BA/BS in a relevant field of study, applicants must have QA experience in an FDA regulated environment.
    

  • Experience with QA for food grade products preferred. 
    

  
  

• Experience:
  

  • Knowledge or coursework in microbiology, pathogens, and aseptic sampling techniques.
    

  • Quality Control or manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
    

  • Familiarity with cGMPs and food safety standards.
    

  
  

• Skills:
  

  • Strong attention to detail and organization.
    

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
    

  • Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced production environment.
    

Why You’ll Want This Role

Alongside competitive compensation, the company offers benefits designed to support you and your family, plus career development opportunities to help you grow. We believe our people are our greatest asset — and we invest in your success both personally and professionally.

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