Quality Assurance Specialist I at Prairie Holdings

Sioux Center, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Aug, 26

Salary

23.0

Posted On

02 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Documentation Review, Product Release, USDA Compliance, Data Entry, Continuous Process Improvement, Problem Solving, Quality Standards, Office Software, Internal Auditing, Manufacturing Quality Control

Industry

Biotechnology Research

Description

Cambridge Technologies JOB TITLE: Quality Assurance Specialist 1 CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt DEPARTMENT: Quality DATE REVISED: 6/01/2026 SUMMARY This position is responsible for assisting in documentation review and product release for Cambridge Technologies Manufacturing Departments in support of maintaining USDA compliance as well as all internal Quality Standards. ACCOUNTABILITIES Reports to: Quality Manager ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES * Review manufacturing documentation and supporting information. * Assists in determining final disposition (approval/rejection) for products. * Assists in providing USDA/CVB with required final product data and disposition. * Assist during internal or external inspections. * Assist in creating improved or new forms necessary for documenting quality or manufacturing activities. * Conducts accurate data entry in support of data collection/review of material/product information as well as internal performance metrics. * Ability to handle confidential manufacturing and quality documents. * Participates in the identification and implementation of all continuous process improvement activities. * Complies with internal safety requirements; and promotes safety in all work areas. * Acts and complies within the guidelines established by company policies and delegated authorities. * Communicates and works well within a team. * Ability to communicate effectively, read, and interpret documents. * Ability to calculate figures and amounts as directed. * Ability to apply common sense, problem solve, plan, prioritize and organize. * Other duties as assigned. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE * 2+ years’ quality experience in a manufacturing setting * Proficient in standard office software PHYSICAL AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT The physical and working demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job: * Must be able to work at computer workstation for extended periods of the workday. * Position requires the ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods; use hands and fingers to handle, feel, and manipulate objects; perform tasks involving reaching and manual dexterity; occasionally stoop, kneel, or crouch; and effectively communicate through speaking and hearing. * Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, with occasional lifting to 40 pounds. * Requires regular in-person attendance at the worksite and is not eligible for remote or hybrid work. * Good visual acuity. * Office noise level is moderate.

Responsibilities

This role is responsible for reviewing manufacturing documentation and assisting in the final disposition of products to ensure USDA compliance. The specialist also supports internal and external inspections and contributes to continuous process improvement activities.