IT Project Manager

Collabera; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

A leading staffing company is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist I in Schaumburg, Illinois. This entry-level position focuses on supporting quality operations including supplier audits and compliance activities. The role offers training in applying quality systems, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. Ideal for candidates with a degree in life sciences or relevant fields, it provides an opportunity to grow in Quality Assurance within a collaborative environment. A competitive pay range of $20 to $24 per hour is offered, with various benefits including medical and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in Quality Assurance or regulated environments.
• Exposure to GLP, GMP, or GCP regulations is beneficial.
• Strong understanding of laboratory or manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Support planning of third-party supplier audits.
• Assist with quality assessments and maintain audit schedules.
• Collaborate with teams to support quality initiatives.

Skills

Ability to work under supervision

Basic understanding of GLP

Familiarity with SOPs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

To Discuss more about this job opportunity, please reach out to Deepak Arya (LinkedIn URL - www.linkedin.com/in/deepak-arya-8a79aa22a/), email your updated resume at Email - [e-mail]. Thank you!

Pay and Job Details

Pay Range: $20 to $24 per hour

Job Mode: Onsite

Contract Duration: Through end of year (with potential extension)

Description

The Quality Assurance Specialist I role supports quality operations by assisting with supplier audits, quality assessments, and compliance activities. This is an entry-level position focused on learning and applying quality systems under close supervision. The role exists to ensure suppliers and processes align with regulatory and internal quality standards. The position contributes to audit readiness and continuous quality improvement. Guidance and oversight are provided, with gradual exposure to independent decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and scheduling of third-party supplier audits
• Assist with paper-based quality assessments such as questionnaires and supplier histories
• Maintain approved supplier lists and global audit schedules
• Collect internal and external audit metrics for reporting and trending
• Support audit readiness activities for regulatory or customer inspections
• Assist senior auditors with documentation, procedures, and record maintenance
• Prepare project updates and status reports for management
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support quality objectives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (completed or in progress) in life sciences, engineering, or related field OR equivalent experience.
• 0-2 years of experience in Quality Assurance, Regulatory, laboratory, or regulated manufacturing environments
• Basic understanding of GLP, GMP, or GCP regulations
• Familiarity with SOPs and regulated documentation
• Ability to work under supervision and escalate issues appropriately

Preferred/Plusses

• Exposure to pharmaceutical or medical device environments
• Prior experience with supplier quality or audit support
• Laboratory or manufacturing experience
• Quality Assurance or Regulatory Affairs exposure

Benefits

Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, (paid time , paid sick and safe time , hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, paid holidays annually - AS Applicable)