Labeling Specialist

Kelly; Carpinteria (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Transit spending account

Holiday pay

Job summary

Kelly is seeking a detail-oriented Labeling Specialist in Carpinteria, CA, onsite, on a 6-month contract basis. The role supports labeling initiatives across product development, regulatory, quality, and marketing teams, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance of labels, IFUs, and electronic labeling systems.

The ideal candidate brings a graphic design background with strong documentation skills and experience with BarTender, SAP, and SolidWorks, plus knowledge of FDA and ISO standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of experience with BarTender, Librarian, InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat Pro, MS Office and SolidWorks.
• Familiarity with SAP or similar enterprise systems.
• Experience in a regulated environment, preferably medical devices or quality-controlled industries.
• Familiarity with FDA requirements, ISO 13485, ISO 9001.
• Strong attention to detail when reviewing technical information, labeling content, and controlled documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional projects to develop, revise, and maintain product labels, IFUs, and related labeling materials.
• Create and update label drawings and specifications using SolidWorks.
• Prepare and manage change control documentation, including drawings, overlays, and label data forms.
• Coordinate with translation vendors for quotes and support layout of translated labeling materials.
• Collaborate with suppliers to review label proofs and overlays for accuracy and quality.
• Work with designers, illustrators, and technical writers to maintain labeling standards.
• Develop Visual Quality Standards and labeling SOPs.
• Prepare purchase requisitions and coordinate related administrative activities.
• Manage labeling project timelines, competing priorities, and deadlines.
• Apply industry and regulatory requirements to labeling assignments.
• Support product-related training and stay current on labeling requirements.
• Troubleshoot BarTender/SAP interface and First Article Inspections (FAIs).

Skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design

Tools

BarTender

Librarian

Adobe InDesign

Photoshop

Acrobat Pro

Microsoft Office

SolidWorks

SAP

Job description

Location: Carpinteria, CA (Onsite)

Pay Rate: $30–$38 per hour

Employment Type: 6-Month Contract

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

About The Opportunity

We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled Labeling Specialist to support product labeling initiatives in a regulated medical product environment. This role partners closely with Product Development, Regulatory, Quality, and Marketing to develop, revise, and maintain accurate product labels, Instructions for Use (IFUs), labeling specifications, and electronic labeling systems.

The ideal candidate combines strong graphic design and technical documentation skills with a commitment to accuracy, quality, and regulatory compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys collaborating across departments, managing multiple projects, and improving labeling processes from development through final approval.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional projects to develop, revise, and maintain product labels, Instructions for Use (IFUs), and related labeling materials.
• Create and update label drawings and specifications using SolidWorks.
• Prepare and manage change control documentation, including drawings, overlays, and label data forms, ensuring timely review, approval, and completion.
• Coordinate with translation vendors to obtain quotes and support the layout of translated labeling materials.
• Collaborate with suppliers to obtain and review label proofs and overlays for accuracy and quality.
• Work with design consultants, illustrators, and technical writers to maintain consistent labeling standards and visual presentation.
• Develop Visual Quality Standards and maintain labeling-related Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Prepare purchase requisitions and coordinate related administrative activities as needed.
• Manage labeling project timelines, competing priorities, and deadlines.
• Apply applicable industry and regulatory requirements to labeling assignments.
• Support product-related training and stay current on new and existing product requirements.
• Troubleshoot the BarTender/SAP interface, including issues involving label printing and First Article Inspections (FAIs).
• Develop subject matter expertise in electronic labeling systems and support system development at other company locations.
• Identify and resolve labeling and documentation issues while maintaining a high level of accuracy and compliance.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant work experience.
• 3-5 years of working knowledge of BarTender and Librarian, Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat Pro, Microsoft Office, and SolidWorks in a PC environment.
• Familiarity with SAP or similar enterprise systems.
• Experience working in a regulated environment, preferably medical devices or another quality-controlled industry.
• Familiarity with regulatory and quality standards such as FDA requirements, ISO 13485, and ISO 9001 a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, particularly when reviewing technical information, labeling content, and controlled documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and work independently with minimal supervision.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources.

Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type.

Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

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