Associate Quality Assurance Specialist Location: Norwood, MA Schedule: Full-Time - 6-Month Contract Our client, a growing biotechnology company, is seeking an Associate Quality Assurance Specialist to support GMP manufacturing operations. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or early-career professionals looking to build a career in Quality Assurance within the biotech or pharmaceutical industry.The individual in this role will partner closely with Manufacturing and cross-functional teams to ensure operations are conducted in compliance with GMP requirements and quality standards while providing real-time support on the manufacturing floor.Key Responsibilities
- Provide quality support for day-to-day manufacturing operations, including documentation review, line clearances, and changeover activities.
- Partner with Manufacturing teams to help resolve quality, equipment, and process-related issues in real time.
- Support quality decision-making and escalate concerns when appropriate.
- Identify and communicate quality and compliance risks within manufacturing processes and systems.
- Review and approve facility alarms, work orders, and return-to-service documentation.
- Ensure manufacturing documentation is completed accurately and in accordance with GMP requirements.
- Maintain compliance with company procedures, quality systems, and regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with cross-functional groups to support production goals and continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
- 0-2 years of experience in a GMP-regulated manufacturing, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, laboratory, or quality environment.
- Knowledge of GMP regulations and documentation practices is preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn.
If interested, please reach out to Lindsee Allienello at lallienello @ actalentservices.com. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Norwood, MA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $32.00 - $35.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Norwood, MA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 27, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Norwood,MA.About Actalent
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