QA Specialist

QA Specialist I

Location: San Diego, CA

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 6 months (with potential for extension/conversion)
• Pay Rate: $29.15 / Hour (USD)
• Shift / Schedule: 1st Shift
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for running in-process, stability/calibration, final release, and experimental devices.
• Notifying appropriate personnel of results and completing all associated data and documentation.
• Cross-trained on all processes, including in-process, stability, calibration, and final release.
• Able to solve process-related questions/problems and 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.
• Responsible for inventory of all testing-related materials.
• Demonstrates commitment to the development, implementation, and effectiveness of Alere Quality Management System per ISO, FDA, and other regulatory agencies.
• Understands and is aware of the quality consequences which may occur from the improper performance of their specific job; has awareness of device defects that may occur in their area of responsibility, including product design, verification and validation, manufacturing and testing activities.
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with internal/external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices; build productive internal/external working relationships.
• Carries out duties in compliance with established business policies.
• Other duties as assigned, according to the changing needs of the business.

Education Requirements

• High School / GED graduate or equivalent (required)
• BS in a science-related field (preferred)

Required Experience

• 2–5 years of relative work experience

Preferred Skills

• 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
• Continually develops his/her own skill set.
• Acts ethically and takes accountability for achieving outcomes.
• Actively develops a network to bring best solutions to the team or customer.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

This global healthcare innovator has been advancing medical technology for more than 140 years, delivering life-changing diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional science, and pharmaceutical products to patients in more than 160 countries. The organization operates across four major business segments — medical devices, nutritional products, diagnostics, and established pharmaceuticals — and employs biomedical engineers, clinical scientists, regulatory affairs specialists, and commercial operations professionals across its worldwide footprint. With more than 80 percent of employees reporting it is a great place to work and a certified Great Place to Work designation well above the national average, the company has built a culture grounded in inclusion and innovation that supports cross-functional teams and international career growth.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-16770

Industry: Manufacturing & Operations