Quality Assurance Specialist

VB Spine, LLC; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO and holidays

Ongoing training and professional dev

Job summary

VB Spine is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist to join our Operations Quality team in Leesburg, VA. You will help ensure that microbiological testing, inspections, manufacturing, and document review meet quality standards and regulatory requirements while driving continuous improvement.

You will collaborate with Production, QC, Regulatory Affairs, R&D, and Supply Chain to embed quality considerations throughout the product lifecycle and support audits, investigations, and change controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science or related discipline is required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. and international medical device regulations.
• Familiarity with Quality Systems (CAPA, audits, Management Review, Quality Planning).
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review Quality and Operational documents (SOPs, manufacturing records, test reports, inspection records).
• Coordinate microbiological testing to verify specification compliance.
• Maintain purchasing controls and supplier quality agreements to support quality system compliance.
• Assist investigations for non-conforming products and participate in change control activities.
• Support internal and external audits with documentation and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Production/Operations, QC, Regulatory Affairs, R&D, and Supply Chain to embed quality across the product lifecycle.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Reading blueprints

Machining basics

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Tools

ERP systems

Document Control software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Quality Assurance Specialist

Location: Leesburg, VA (10% Travel Required)

Company: VB Spine

Looking for a career where your work truly matters? At VB Spine, you'll be part of a mission-focused team that supports surgeons during life-changing spinal procedures. We're the largest privately held spine company and among the largest family-owned medical technology companies in the world, dedicated to innovation, surgeon partnerships, and improving patient outcomes in spine care. As a Quality Assurance Specialist in our Operations Quality function within the Spine division, you'll play a key role in ensuring operational activities—including microbiological testing, inspections, manufacturing, and document review - meet established quality standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies while driving continuous improvement.

What You'll Do:

• Develop and review Quality and Operational documents, including SOPs, manufacturing records, test reports, and inspection records
• Coordinate routine microbiological testing (in-process and finished product) to verify compliance with specifications
• Coordinate and maintain purchasing controls and supplier quality agreements to support quality system compliance
• Assist in investigations for non-conforming products
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation, responding to findings, and assisting with corrective actions
• Participate in change control activities and processes
• Collaborate closely with Production/Operations, QC, Regulatory Affairs, R&D, and Supply Chain to embed quality considerations throughout the product lifecycle
• Assist or lead continuous improvement initiatives in operations
• Perform inspections of incoming materials, in-process stages, and final products as needed
• Support Quality Awareness Tests and Process Improvement Reviews
• Interface with suppliers and support requests for internal and external manufacturing document management

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in a science or related discipline
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing setting
• Strong knowledge of U.S. and international medical device regulations
• Basic knowledge of Quality Systems (CAPA, audits, Management Review, Quality Planning, etc.)
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills with negotiation capability
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally
• Ability to work independently, plan, and prioritize with minimal supervision
• Ability to read mechanical blueprints and familiarity with ANSI Y14.5 Geometric Tolerancing preferred
• Basic understanding of machining processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, ERP systems, and Document Control software
• Strong decision-making, organizational, and detail-oriented skills

Why VB Spine?

We believe in growing talent from within. At VB Spine, join a high-performing Quality team where your work will directly support product safety, compliance, and continuous improvement - helping deliver innovative spinal solutions that improve patient lives.

Compensation:

Pay for this role is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and performance. The typical pay range for this position is $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 annually, with potential for bonuses and incentives plus benefits. Final compensation is determined on a case-by-case basis and considers a variety of factors including experience level, skillset, and market conditions.

Benefits include:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to grow within a fast-paced, dynamic company