Biochemistry / Chemical Engineer - Entry Level
The Quality Assurance Associate supports the Quality Management System in a skincare warehouse by managing training records, quality documentation, and compliance activities. This entry-level role requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail to maintain accurate records and assist with audit preparations in a fast-paced fulfillment environment.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, skincare fulfillment and distribution.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Role Summary
Confidential Client is hiring a Quality Assurance Associate to support quality administration at a skincare warehouse/fulfillment center in Irvine, CA. This temporary, entry-level friendly role focuses on training administration, document control, compliance recordkeeping, and quality administrative support. Recent graduates with a Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field will be considered.
What You’ll Do
- Coordinate and maintain quality training programs and training records.
- Track training completion and ensure personnel compliance with required training.
- Assist in organizing training materials and scheduling quality-related sessions.
- Maintain controlled quality documents in the document management system (SOPs, forms, records).
- Ensure proper version control and archival of quality documentation.
- Maintain logs and records required for compliance activities and support audit preparation.
- Assist with preparation of quality reports and documentation packages.
- Track quality-related actions and follow up to keep records updated and accurate.
Qualifications
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred; recent graduates in Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related fields encouraged to apply.
- 0–2+ years QA/QC experience preferred; experience in regulated environments or quality documentation is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in recordkeeping.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience with document control, administrative coordination, or training administration is beneficial.
- Comfortable working in a warehouse/fulfillment environment and collaborating in a small team.
Role Details
- Employment type: Temporary (long-term coverage for a leave of absence through end of Sep/Oct 2026).
- Schedule: Full-time, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, 1/2 hour unpaid lunch.
- Pay: $21.00–$22.00 per hour (depending on experience).
- Location: Irvine, CA (on-site at a skincare fulfillment center).
- Start: ASAP.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Fast-paced fulfillment center handling high-touch skincare products.
- Moderate to loud noise from machinery and equipment; ability to follow safety guidelines required.
- Ability to stand and walk for the majority of the shift.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 40–50 lbs (with or without reasonable accommodation).
- Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and perform repetitive motions (picking, packing, scanning, labeling).
- May operate warehouse equipment (pallet jacks, carts); training provided.
- Sufficient visual acuity and manual dexterity to read labels and verify product accuracy.
Why Apply via Careertakes
- Careertakes represents Confidential Client and can provide additional matched opportunities from our hiring network.
- We present your candidacy professionally and transparently to the hiring team.
- Entry-level candidates and recent graduates are encouraged to apply — training and growth opportunities may be available.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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