Quality Assurance Specialist

US Tech Solutions; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 44,083 - 48,216; Full time

Job summary

A global staffing firm is seeking a Quality Assurance Associate with over 5 years of experience in a GMP-regulated environment. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, conducting inspections of raw materials, and providing oversight. The ideal candidate holds a relevant degree and possesses strong communication and problem-solving skills. This is a contract role based in Easton, Pennsylvania, with a pay rate of $32.00 to $35.00 per hour and is onsite at a GMP-compliant warehouse.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of QA experience in a GMP-regulated environment.
• Ability to pass an eye exam and handle lifting materials (~40 lbs).
• Commitment to core values and effective communication with teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with GMP, GDP, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct sampling and inspection of raw materials.
• Perform Quality Assurance assessments and provide oversight.
• Collaborate with Logistic Service Providers to maintain service levels.
• Represent the Quality Unit during audits and inspections.

Skills

GMP experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Self-leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Veeva

SM LIMS

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

This range is provided by US Tech Solutions. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$32.00/hr - $35.00/hr

Duration: 18 months contract

Shift: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday–Friday. Onsite at a third‑party GMP‑compliant warehouse in PA.

Job Description

• The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of QA experience specifically involving raw materials in a GMP‑regulated environment such as pharmaceutical, biotech, or other life sciences industries.
• A bachelor’s degree is strongly preferred; master’s candidates may be considered.
• This role is physically active and requires passing an eye exam, lifting materials (~40 lbs), and consistent gowning (jumpsuit, scrubs, goggles).
• Strong attention to detail, comfort in a warehouse environment, and GMP compliance experience are essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all operations comply with relevant regulations and requirements, including Safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Distribution Practices (GDP), and Good Documentation Practices
• Conduct sampling and inspection of incoming raw materials, assess documentation, and determine disposition
• Compile and review documentation associated with receipt, storage, incoming inspection, and distribution
• Perform routine Quality Assurance assessments and provide direct operational oversight
• Provide expert advice on quality matters to operational teams and cross‑functional groups
• Ensure staff complete necessary training related to client’s business operations
• Approve GMP processes, procedures, documents, and records, addressing deviations, CAPAs, change controls, risk assessments, and validation records as required
• Achieve established metric targets and develop standardized approaches for tracking progress
• Collaborate with Logistic Service Providers (LSPs) to maintain service levels and identify areas for performance enhancement
• Represent the Quality Unit during audits and inspections, directly interacting with regulatory agencies
• Support internal and external audits and inspections as a member of the audit/inspection team
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven ability to communicate effectively with cross‑functional teams and diverse cultures, both verbally and in writing
• Academic background in Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Applied Engineering, or Manufacturing Technologies
• Prior experience overseeing QA in distribution, warehousing, manufacturing, validation, and engineering functions
• Expertise in managing deviations, change controls, and CAPAs
• Proficiency in Veeva, SM LIMS, and ERP systems
• Knowledge of industry standards (GMP, GDP, Import/Export)
• Commitment to exemplifying client’s core values
• Demonstrated self‑leadership and motivation
• Strong strategic thinking skills
• Ability to evaluate compliance issues and engage with regulatory inspectors
• Experience managing multiple priorities within a dynamic environment
• Direct experience with drug substances and/or drug products
• Advanced problem‑solving abilities and capacity for scientific, risk‑based decision‑making
• Track record of representing an organization during regulatory interactions
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

About US Tech Solutions

US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on‑demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com.

US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Thanks and Regards,

Atif Javed

Internal Job ID: 25-55167

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Quality Assurance

Industries

• Biotechnology Research, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, and Medical Equipment Manufacturing