Senior Manufacturing Associate

Join a global, science-driven biopharmaceutical organization committed to quality, innovation, and improving patient outcomes. This opportunity supports manufacturing quality operations by leading deviation investigations, CAPAs, and continuous improvement initiatives in a highly regulated environment.

Pay

$30–$31/hour

Schedule

Monday–Friday, dayshift
Contract Length: Initial 12-month assignment with potential for extension

Location

Thousand Oaks, CA

Responsibilities

• Own and manage Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) and Effectiveness Verification (EV) records
• Lead deviation investigations and drive root cause analysis through completion
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Engineering, Process Development, Quality Control, Supply Chain, and Quality
• Develop and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence of quality events
• Monitor CAPA progress and communicate risks, timelines, and status updates to management
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to investigation and quality processes
• Ensure Quality Management System (QMS) activities are completed in compliance with established procedures
• Present investigation findings and defend CAPAs during regulatory inspections and internal audits
• Prepare clear, accurate, and compliant technical documentation
• Identify and escalate quality, compliance, supply, and safety risks as needed

Requirements

Qualifications (must have one of the below):

• High School Diploma/GED plus 2+ years of related experience, OR
• Associate's degree plus 6+ months of related experience, OR
• Bachelor's degree

Skills

• Biotechnology or pharmaceutical manufacturing experience
• Experience in other regulated industries such as medical device, food manufacturing, or aerospace/aviation
• Direct experience with CAPAs, Effectiveness Verification (EV), and deviation investigations
• Experience working within regulated quality systems
• Demonstrated project management and project ownership experience
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple concurrent workstreams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently in a matrixed environment

This job description is a complete list of all desired skills, but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply.