QAO Chemistry Specialist II

B. Braun Melsungen AG; Irvine, Northern (CA, KY); On-site; USD 96,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

B. Braun US Pharmaceutical Manufacturing LLC in Irvine, CA, is seeking a QAO Chemistry Specialist II to oversee QC laboratory operations and quality systems, ensuring GMP and regulatory compliance.

The role reviews analytical data, laboratory records, and supports product release with strong QA/QC chemistry expertise. Required are experience with HPLC/UPLC/GC/FTIR/Wet Chemistry, plus knowledge of LabWare LIMS, SAP, TrackWise, and Empower.

Qualifications

• The QAO Chemistry Specialist II provides QA oversight of QC laboratory operations and quality systems to ensure GMP and regulatory compliance.
• Reviews analytical data, laboratory documentation, and records supporting product release.
• Experience with HPLC, UPLC, GC, FTIR, and Wet Chemistry methodologies is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide QA oversight of QC laboratory operations and quality systems to ensure GMP and regulatory compliance.
• Review analytical data and laboratory documentation supporting product release.
• Utilize LIMS, SAP, TrackWise, and Empower for data review and investigations.

Skills

QA/QC Chemistry

Analytical data review

HPLC

UPLC

GC

FTIR

Wet Chemistry

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

LabWare LIMS

SAP

TrackWise

Empower

Job description

You’re an important part of our future. Hopefully, we're also a part of your future! At B. Braun, we protect and improve the health of people worldwide. You support this vision, bringing expertise and sharing innovation, efficiency and sustainability as values. That’s why we would like to keep developing our company with you. Keeping your future in mind, we’re making a joint contribution to health care worldwide, with trust, transparency and appreciation. That's Sharing Expertise.

QAO Chemistry Specialist II

Company: B. Braun US Pharmaceutical Manufacturing LLC

Job Posting Location: Irvine, California, United States

Functional Area: Quality

Working Model: Onsite

Days of Work: Wednesday, Tuesday, Friday, Thursday, Monday

Shift: 5X8

Relocation Available: No

Requisition ID: 12095

B. Braun Medical Inc., a leader in infusion therapy and pain management, develops, manufactures, and markets innovative medical products and services to the healthcare industry. Other key product areas include nutrition, pharmacy admixture and compounding, ostomy and wound care, and dialysis. The company is committed to eliminating preventable treatment errors and enhancing patient, clinician and environmental safety. B. Braun Medical is headquartered in Bethlehem, Pa., and is part of the B. Braun Group of Companies in the U.S., which includes B. Braun Interventional Systems, Aesculap® and CAPS®.

Globally, the B. Braun Group of Companies employs more than 64,000 employees in 64 countries. Guided by its Sharing Expertise® philosophy, B. Braun continuously exchanges knowledge with customers, partners and clinicians to address the critical issues of improving care and lowering costs. To learn more about B. Braun Medical, visit www.bbraunusa.com

Position Summary

The QAO Chemistry Specialist II provides Quality Assurance oversight of Quality Control laboratory operations and quality systems to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards. This role is responsible for reviewing analytical testing data, laboratory records, and quality documentation supporting product release activities while ensuring data integrity and GMP compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong QA/QC Chemistry background with expertise in analytical techniques including HPLC, UPLC, GC, FTIR, and Wet Chemistry. This position partners closely with Quality Control, Manufacturing, and Corporate Quality teams to support investigations, compliance initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.

In This Role, You Will Have the Chance To:

• Provide Quality Assurance oversight of Quality Control laboratory operations and quality systems to ensure GMP and regulatory compliance.
• Review and approve analytical data, laboratory documentation, protocols, reports, and records supporting product release activities.
• Review testing data generated using HPLC, UPLC, GC, FTIR, and Wet Chemistry methods to ensure accuracy, compliance, and data integrity.
• Utilize Empower, LabWare LIMS, SAP, and TrackWise to support data review, investigations, and quality processes.
• Support and approve deviations, investigations, OOS/OOT events, CAPAs, change controls, and validation activities while driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience, preferably within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or related manufacturing environments.
• Strong Quality Assurance and/or Quality Control Chemistry background with experience reviewing analytical data and laboratory records.
• Comprehensive knowledge of HPLC, UPLC, GC, FTIR, and Wet Chemistry methodologies.
• Experience with LabWare LIMS, SAP (ERP), TrackWise, and Empower Chromatography Data System.
• Strong knowledge of GMPs, FDA regulations, ICH guidelines, and data integrity principles.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

Preferred Experience Includes

• Experience supporting laboratory investigations, deviations, CAPAs, and change controls.
• Experience with laboratory equipment qualification, calibration, and validation activities.
• Experience supporting internal audits, regulatory inspections, and quality compliance programs.
• Relevant industry certifications are a plus.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Primarily office-based with regular interaction and oversight within Quality Control laboratory and manufacturing environments.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, and computer use; occasional lifting of materials up to 20 lbs.
• Ability to review analytical data, chromatograms, and electronic records for accuracy and compliance.
• Exposure to moderate noise levels in office, laboratory, and manufacturing environments.

Salary Range- $96,000-$118,000/ annually

The targeted range for this role takes into account a range of factors that are considered when making compensation and hiring decisions; included but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The range provided is a reasonable estimate.

B. Braun offers an excellent benefits package, which includes healthcare, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement. To learn more about B. Braun and our safety healthcare products or view a listing of our employment opportunities, please visit us on the internet at www.bbraunusa.com .

Through its “Sharing Expertise®” initiative, B. Braun promotes best practices for continuous improvement of healthcare products and services.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, click here .