GMP Document Control Specialist — Pharma/Biologics

Planet Pharma; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Pharma in Newark, CA seeks a detail-oriented Document Control Specialist to support controlled-document lifecycles across production, testing, validation, and quality operations within a GMP environment. You will collaborate with cross-functional partners, maintain templates, and ensure timely, accurate documentation.

The role emphasizes strong organizational skills, proficiency with Word/Excel/Acrobat/Visio, and experience with electronic document management systems like Veeva

Qualifications

• High school diploma with at least 5 years of document control experience in GMP-regulated settings.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, Acrobat and Visio; advanced Word features preferred.
• Experience with Veeva QualityDocs or similar EDM systems.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in multi-priority environments.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with internal customers and cross-functional partners.
• Experience maintaining organized documentation and records for retention practices.
• Exposure to validation processes and validated electronic systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide responsive support to internal customers to promote timely project execution.
• Create and revise procedures and execution documents in line with processes and timelines.
• Process, distribute, and maintain GMP documentation across production, testing, validation, and quality records.
• Perform document control reviews using checklists to verify templates, formatting, and requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of document control tools, checklists, and SOPs.
• Take on additional duties to support Quality team objectives.

Skills

Document control

GMP

MS Word

MS Excel

Adobe Acrobat

Visio

Veeva QualityDocs

Validation

Record retention

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Veeva QualityDocs

Job description

Planet Pharma in Newark, CA seeks a detail-oriented Document Control Specialist to support controlled-document lifecycles across production, testing, validation, and quality operations within a GMP environment. You will collaborate with cross-functional partners, maintain templates, and ensure timely, accurate documentation.

The role emphasizes strong organizational skills, proficiency with Word/Excel/Acrobat/Visio, and experience with electronic document management systems like Veeva