QA Specialist I

Abbott; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

401(k)

Job summary

Abbott is seeking a QA Specialist I to join their team in San Diego, California. This role is crucial for ensuring the quality of products through in-process testing and documentation.

The ideal candidate will have 2 to 5 years of experience in quality control or assurance and a strong background in laboratory practices. Responsibilities include conducting tests, notifying personnel of results, and training new employees.

Benefits include health and dental plans, flexible spending accounts, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 2 - 5 years of relative work experience in a laboratory setting.
• Experience in quality control/assurance environment preferred.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Run in-process, stability, calibration, and final release tests.
• Notify personnel of results and complete documentation.
• Train new employees on Quality Control processes.

Skills

Quality control/assurance

Laboratory experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High School/ GED graduate or equivalent

BS in a science-related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Job description

Title: QA Specialist I

Location: San Diego, California

Duration: 6 Months

100% Onsite

Job 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
• Resource will be shared between 2 teams & will work 2-3 days on one team and the other days on the other team.
• Will test finished products (for urine samples).
• Will do inspection to be sure product meets standards.
• Will review documentation of how the product is made
• 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 both 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:

• High School/ GED graduate or equivalent
• 2 - 5 years relative work experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• BS in a science-related field
• 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

Competencies:

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

Consultants Eligible Benefits Upon Waiting Period:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account (for High Deductible Health Plans)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, Commuter Parking and Commuter Transit)
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability (coverage varies by state)
• Long Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, Accident Insurance
• MetLife Legal, MetLife ID Fraud, and MetLife Pet Insurance
• 401(k)