Job Title : Quality Systems Specialist
Location : Irvine, CA
Pay : $31–$39 / hour
Direct Hire / Open to Temp-to-hire
Schedule : (M-F) 7 : 30 AM – 4 PM
Job Responsibilities :
- Develop, update, and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs), cGMP protocols, and quality policies.
- Oversee the implementation and adherence to quality standards across the production floor, ensuring proper documentation and traceability.
- Review and approve quality documentation including batch records, deviation reports, CAPAs, and quality logs.
- Establish and maintain quality metrics and KPIs to evaluate product and process quality across production stages.
- Manage the calibration, maintenance, and validation of testing equipment and QA tools.
- Analyze trends from quality data and root cause investigations to recommend preventive and corrective actions.
- Collaborate with production, R&D, and supply chain teams to optimize processes and resolve quality-related issues.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives and lead quality-related projects to reduce defects and increase efficiency.
- Provide regular quality reports and presentations to senior management highlighting key findings, risks, and improvement opportunities.
- Ensure timely and accurate recording of test results and quality incidents.
Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in Quality Management, Life Sciences, Engineering, or a related field.5+ years of progressive experience in QA / QC within manufacturing, preferably in food, supplements, or pharmaceutical industries.In-depth knowledge of cGMP, FDA, HACCP, and other regulatory frameworks.Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.Proficiency in quality tools and systems (e.g., CAPA, RCA, Six Sigma methodologies).Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Benefits :
401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offTuition reimbursement