Are you a detail-oriented professional looking to play a pivotal role in the safety and quality of world-class food and beverage products? We are seeking a Coordinator, Product Quality to join our fast-paced laboratory team in Leonia, NJ. This is an essential mid-entry level position where you will act as the vital link between our production floor and the Quality Control laboratory. If you thrive in high-energy environments, enjoy the precision of scientific documentation, and are eager to maintain the highest standards of ISO and GLP compliance, this role offers an exciting opportunity to grow your career within a global industry leader.
location: Leonia, New Jersey
job type: Contract
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities
- Sample Logistics: Manage the routine submission and processing of various sample types, including raw materials, bulk products, and special samples, ensuring seamless flow to the QC laboratory.
- Stakeholder Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders; communicate regarding re-sampling needs and resolve missing documentation or specification issues.
- Quality Reporting: Create and maintain critical quality data trending reports, laboratory log spreadsheets, and informational databases to track performance and compliance.
- Audit & Compliance Support: Assist Management during annual facility audits and ensure all activities strictly adhere to ISO 17025, Nestlé Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and Quality Management Systems (QMS).
- Documentation Review: Critically review Certificates of Analysis (CoA) from raw material suppliers, alongside QA/QC reports, to ensure all materials meet strict safety standards.
- Operational Support: Manage the laboratory supply chain by creating Purchase Orders and reconciling receipts and invoices through electronic procurement systems.
- Performance Monitoring: Provide daily and weekly status updates to leadership regarding sample testing progress and laboratory throughput.
qualifications:
Required:
- Experience: 1-3 years of experience in a laboratory or quality-controlled production environment.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline (Chemistry, Microbiology, etc.) with 0-1 year of experience OR a High School Diploma with 4+ years of relevant experience.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with strong basic mathematical and analytical capabilities.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written English skills with the ability to translate complex chemistry and microbiology terminology into clear updates.
- Physical Ability: Must be comfortable standing for extended periods and able to lift/move up to 25 pounds frequently (and up to 50 pounds occasionally).
- Previous experience working within an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory.
- Exposure to Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) principles.
- Experience with electronic procurement or ERP systems for managing Purchase Orders.
- Demonstrated ability to remain effective and adaptable during major changes in work tasks or laboratory structure.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
