QA Inspector temp
Job Description
Quality Assurance Inspector (QA Inspector) – Contract (8 Months)
Location: Vista, CA
Pay: $29.53/hour
Schedule: Monday through Friday, either 8:00 AM – 4:40 PM or 7:00 AM – 3:40 PM (whichever works best for the candidate)
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Inspector (QA Inspector) for an 8-month contract role. This position plays a critical part in ensuring product quality through laboratory testing, packaging inspections, and cross-functional quality assurance support.
Key Responsibilities
Laboratory Services
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Perform lab testing on raw materials, WIP, and finished goods (microbiological, chemical, physical, and sensory testing)
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Maintain lab supply inventory and chemical safety protocols
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Coordinate third-party testing, including sample collection, submission, and results entry
Packaging Quality Control
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Develop and implement incoming material inspection programs
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Conduct packaging integrity, degradation, and exposure testing
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Track and troubleshoot scrap rates and packaging inefficiencies
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Maintain databases and provide guidance on packaging standards to production
Quality Assurance
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Support and escalate quality issues and assist with root cause investigations
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Analyze trends, prepare reports, and review batch records
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Assist with GMP setups, compatibility/stability trials, and Certificates of Analysis
Other Duties
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Collaborate closely with Production, Quality, and Logistics teams
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Write and revise SOPs and work instructions
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Ensure clean, safe, and organized lab and workspace
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Participate in cross-functional quality system improvements
Qualifications
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Previous experience in QA, laboratory testing, or packaging inspection preferred
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Familiarity with GMP standards and quality systems
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Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Comfortable working independently and in a team setting
- Bachelor's degree in Science, Material Science, or related technical field.
- 2-4 years of experience in a Quality Control or Quality Assurance role within a production or manufacturing environment.
Meet Your Recruiter
Yolanda Fierro
Senior Recruiter
With over 20 years of recruiting and human resources experience, Yolanda possess a specialization in the talent acquisition space.
She has spent most of her career in the staffing industry. Yolanda prides herself in having the right experience allowing her to fill roles for both invasive searches as well as emergency placements.
She strives to ensure that our clients staffing needs are being met while searching for the best talent.
In Yolanda’s free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends.
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