Quality Specialist

About The Role

We are seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist to join a growing team within an ISO 13485-regulated In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD) manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for a quality professional who excels at documentation review, compliance oversight, and supporting the release of high-quality products that meet regulatory standards. As a key member of the Quality team, you will provide quality oversight for manufacturing operations, ensuring batch records and supporting documentation are accurate, complete, and compliant prior to product release. You'll collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality Control, and Regulatory teams to maintain quality system effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Review batch records and manufacturing documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance prior to product release.
• Perform review of QC records, raw material inspection records, and equipment calibration documentation.
• Support lot release activities and prepare Certificates of Analysis (CoAs) as needed.
• Review and approve quality system records, including: Nonconformance Reports (NCRs), Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs), Deviations, Customer complaints, Change controls/orders.
• Maintain quality records and ensure documentation complies with internal procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Support internal audits, external audits, and regulatory inspections.
• Aid in employee training activities and quality system initiatives.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and special quality projects as business needs arise.

Qualifications

• Required:
• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• 3+ years of Quality Assurance experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of ISO 13485 and FDA 21 CFR Part 820 requirements.
• Experience reviewing batch records and quality documentation.
• Strong understanding of CAPA, NCR, deviation, and change control processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and documentation review skills.
• Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and quality standards.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively across departments.
• Proficiency with quality systems, reporting tools, and standard computer applications.

Preferred:

• Experience in the IVD, medical device, biotechnology, or life sciences industry.
• Knowledge of the In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation (IVDR).
• Experience supporting audits, investigations, and risk management activities.

Top Skills

• ISO 13485
• Batch Record Review
• Quality Assurance
• CAPA Management
• NCR Management
• GMP Compliance
• FDA Regulations
• Document Control
• Quality Systems

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Work within a highly regulated and impactful medical device/IVD environment.
• Gain exposure to quality systems, product release activities, audits, and compliance initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams dedicated to delivering high-quality diagnostic products.
• Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement and quality excellence initiatives.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of San Diego, CA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $37.00/hr.

Requirements Eligibility

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment.

Benefits

Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Diego, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 2026.

About Actalent

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