Quality Assurance Associate I

Lumen Bioscience; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k match

Stock bonuses

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

Lumen Bioscience is seeking a dedicated Quality Assurance (QA) Associate I to support the company’s quality management system and regulatory compliance across cGXP standards. The role emphasizes on-the-floor QA, document control, and thorough record reviews to ensure manufacturing operations align with 21 CFR parts 210/211.

Ideal candidates have an Associate's degree or 1 year in a regulated environment, strong MS Word/Excel/SharePoint skills, and a keen eye for detail.

Qualifications

• Educational Background: Associate's degree in a relevant scientific field, or at least 1 year of work experience in a regulated cGXP environment.
• Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with cGMP, ISO 9001, and ICH requirements related to document control and quality records.
• Technical Skills: High proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and SharePoint.
• Personal Attributes: Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, ability to multitask, excellent communication skills, adaptability, and commitment to quality and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain organized documentation through scanning, archiving, and record-keeping.
• Issue and review process documentation associated with manufacturing schedules.
• Support on-the-floor quality assurance for manufacturing compliance.
• Perform facility walkthroughs to ensure adherence to pharmaceutical regulatory requirements.
• Assist with investigations and management of deviations, CAPAs, and other quality-related events.
• Support internal and external audits, validation, qualification, and verification activities as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Strong communication

Multitasking

Education

Associate's degree in a relevant scientific field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

SharePoint

Job description

Quality Assurance Associate I at Lumen Bioscience

Lumen Bioscience is seeking a dedicated Quality Assurance (QA) Associate I to assist with maintaining our quality management system. This essential role supports compliance activities related to cGMP, cGLP, and cGCP (cGXP) standards, ensuring high-quality documentation, thorough reviews, and operational adherence to pharmaceutical regulations. If you have a keen eye for detail, excellent organizational skills, and a commitment to quality, we encourage you to apply.

Role Description:

• Documentation and Records: Perform document scanning and archival of controlled records, maintain accurate activity logs, and issue process documentation for manufacturing operations.
• Operational Support: Provide on-the-floor QA support to manufacturing operations, assisting in ensuring compliance with established cGXP processes.
• Batch Record Review: Conduct detailed reviews of batch records and related process documentation to uphold stringent quality standards.
• Compliance Walkthroughs: Regularly conduct facility and operational walkthroughs to verify compliance with the company's quality management system aligned with 21 CFR parts 210/211.
• QA Team Support: Assist the QA Manager and QA Specialist in various quality assurance tasks, including metric report preparation and quality event investigations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain organized documentation through scanning, archiving, and record-keeping.
• Issue and review process documentation associated with manufacturing schedules.
• Support on-the-floor quality assurance for manufacturing compliance.
• Perform facility walkthroughs to ensure adherence to pharmaceutical regulatory requirements.
• Assist with investigations and management of deviations, CAPAs, and other quality-related events.
• Support internal and external audits, validation, qualification, and verification activities as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Educational Background:Associate's degree in a relevant scientific field, or at least 1 year of work experience in a regulated cGXP environment.
• Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with cGMP, ISO 9001, and ICH requirements related to document control and quality records.
• Technical Skills: High proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and SharePoint.
• Personal Attributes: Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, ability to multitask, excellent communication skills, adaptability, and commitment to quality and ethical standards.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods (2+ hours each).
• Occasionally lift or carry items up to 20 kg.

Salary & Benefits at Lumen Bioscience:

• $65,000 - $70,000 annually
• Health, Dental, and Vision premiums fully covered by Lumen.
• 401k match up to 4%, in addition to annual stock bonuses for all employees.
• Industry-leading PTO policy, paid refresh days, and year-end holiday office closure.
• Monthly wellness programs to support employee health.
• Free onsite parking or public transportation subsidies.
• Life insurance, short & long-term disability, and employee assistance programs.

At Lumen Bioscience, we foster a collaborative and innovative work environment where your contributions directly impact biotechnology and global health solutions.

Join us and play a vital role in maintaining exceptional quality standards and regulatory compliance.

Compensation Range

$65,000 - $70,000 USD

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