Associate - QA Compliance

Jubilant HollisterStier; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance from

FSA/HSA on day one

Life, AD&D Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Jubilant HollisterStier in Spokane, WA seeks an Associate - QA Compliance to support deviations, CAPA, and root-cause analysis, ensuring product compliance, safety, and timely data entry across the quality system.

You will lead investigations, draft reports, interview SMEs, coordinate immediate actions with QA, and help drive continuous improvement in a regulated biopharma environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in biology, chemistry or related field required.
• 5 years of experience may substitute for degree.
• Minimum 2 years of experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree can be used in lieu of experience.
• Knowledge of cGMPs desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations of deviations and CAPA.
• Draft investigation reports with minimal guidance.
• Ensure timely investigations compliant with SOPs and policies.
• Interview SMEs across shifts to assess quality impact.
• Coordinate immediate actions with QA and management.
• Use root cause analysis to identify solutions for improvements.
• Develop CAPA actions with cross-functional teams.
• Escalate issues to management as needed.
• Support data collection for management reviews and KPI reports.

Skills

Conflict management

Education

Associate degree in biology, chemistry or related field

Bachelor’s degree can be used in lieu of experience

Job description

Career Opportunities: Associate - QA Compliance (2053)

Join a Leader in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing — And Build What’s Next

AsSpokane’s Largest Manufacturing Company, Jubilant HollisterStier LLC is a well-established force in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries, providing a complete range of manufacturing services that support lifechanging medicines around the world.
We are nationally recognized for our expertise in producing sterile injectable vials and lyophilized products, and our Allergy business is a global leader in allergenic extracts that support treatments for allergies and asthma. Jubilant HollisterStier is proudly part of the global, Jubilant Pharma family. established force in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries, providing a complete range of manufacturing services that support lifechanging medicines around the world.

For the Builders, Innovators, and Doers — This Is Your Place

If you are someone who thrives onsolving complex problems, improving systems, and building real solutions, you’ll feel at home here. At Jubilant HollisterStier, your ideas matter — and your impact is felt globally.

Why builders choose us:

• Immediate impact: Your work directly supports essential medicines and allergenic therapies used worldwide.
• Benefits start on day one: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Life, AD&D, and Disability benefits begin immediately because your well‑being shouldn’t have a waiting period.
• A career you can grow: We provide opportunities for growth, promotion, and annual raises, with midpoint compensation reserved for high performance and longevity.
• A culture of improvement: We value people who thrive on continuous improvement, innovation, and hands on contribution.
• A stable industry leader: Backed by Jubilant Pharma, we pair long term stability with forward looking innovation.

If you want tobuild something meaningful with a team that values your drive, skills, and ideas — you belong here.

Job Description:

The QA Compliance Associate provides support to the company Deviations, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) program through a complete assessment of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) of Deviations and vendor complaints/issues. Assure product compliance and product safety. Ensure accurate and timely data entry and oversight of the company Quality Systems related to Deviations, CAPA and vendor complaint activities.

• Lead, facilitate, and conduct deviations, non-conformances investigations.
• Author/draft investigation reports with minimal guidance.
• Ensure timely completion of investigations with accuracy, consistency and compliance with applicable SOPs/Policies, Specifications and related guidelines/regulations.
• Interview Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and involved employee(s) across multiple shifts to investigate reported problems and assess the quality impact.
• Conduct investigational meetings with required team member(s) and Verify Investigational findings against documented process per SOP.
• Coordinate immediate actions in conjunction with QA and department management upon identification of a non-conformance.
• Utilize problem solving techniques and appropriate tools to determine root cause and appropriate causal factors.
• Facilitate root cause analysis meetings with key stakeholders to identify solutions for quality improvements based on identified trends.
• Work with cross functional team member(s) to develop appropriate CAPA actions.
• Ensure investigations, corrections and CAPA are generated and approved in a timely manner.
• Act as liaison as it relates to specific investigations during client calls and audits.
• Support and/or coordinate data collection required for management reviews, KPI reports, client trend review meetings, and all other established regular quality reporting and review mechanisms.
• Communicate/Escalate to management any issues or delays identified during the investigation process.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Associates Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field required.
• 5 years of experience may be used in a lieu of an Associate’s degree.
• Minimum 2 years of experience required. Bachelor’s degree can be used in lieu of experience.
• Managing conflict and influencing outcomes desired.
• Provides analysis, diagnosis or production tasks which noticeably impact end results.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a science field desired.
• Sologic Certificate
• Pharmaceutical and FDA regulated industry experience desired.
• Experience with technical writing, investigations, CAPA systems, building & manufacturing processes/systems, and QC analysis is highly desired.
• Direct or supporting aseptic manufacturing experience in bio/pharma industry desired.
• Knowledge of cGMPs desired.

Location: Spokane, WA — On Site, Full Time

Shift: Monday-Friday 8:0am-5:0pm

Compensation & Benefits That Start on Day One — Because Your Well Being Matters

Hiring Wage: $32.01–$43.30 hourly, with opportunities for growth, promotion, and annual raises.

At Jubilant HollisterStier, we don’t believe in waiting periods. From the moment you join us, you and your family have access to a full suite of benefits designed to support your health, stability, and long-term success.

Starting on your first day, you receive:

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Unlock Your Potential

If you’re seeking a dynamic and rewarding career, we welcome your application today. Apply online:

Jubilant HollisterStier is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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