QA Specialist I - 2nd Shift

About the role

6-month contract position. 2nd shift: 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM, 100% onsite in San Diego, California.

Responsibilities

• Run in-process, stability/calibration, final release, and experimental device testing
• Notify appropriate personnel of results and complete all associated data and documentation
• Cross-train on all processes including in-process, stability, calibration, and final release
• Solve process-related questions/problems and conduct minor investigations
• Review device history records
• Train new employees / Quality Control Technician I
• Operate laboratory equipment safely, as trained and directed, in accordance with established practices
• Manage inventory of all testing-related materials
• Demonstrate commitment to the development, implementation, and effectiveness of the Alere Quality Management System per ISO, FDA, and other regulatory agencies
• Understand quality consequences of improper job performance; maintain awareness of device defects in area of responsibility, including product design, verification and validation, manufacturing, and testing activities
• Exhibit professional behavior with internal/external business associates that reflects positively on the company and aligns with company policies; build productive working relationships
• Carry out duties in compliance with established business policies
• Perform other duties as assigned according to changing business needs

Requirements

• High School / GED graduate or equivalent
• 2–5 years of relative work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• BS in a science-related field
• 2–5 years of laboratory experience in quality control/assurance or a manufacturing environment, preferably in vitro diagnostics
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite; strong knowledge of Excel
• Organized and detail oriented
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Able to multitask and adapt to changes in task priorities

Competencies

• Continually develops own skillset
• Acts ethically and takes accountability for achieving outcomes
• Actively develops a network to bring best solutions to the team or customer

Benefits

Consultants eligible upon waiting period:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account (for High-Deductible Health Plans)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, Commuter Parking and Commuter Transit)
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability (coverage varies by state)
• Long Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, Accident Insurance
• MetLife Legal, MetLife ID Fraud, and MetLife Pet Insurance
• 401(k)

Schedule

2nd shift: 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM, 100% onsite. 6-month contract duration.

Location

San Diego, California