Job description
Top-tier opportunity for a detail-oriented Quality Control Specialist to join a fast-growing manufacturing team in San Francisco. You will implement and maintain QC processes, participate in supplier inspections, and ensure our products meet the highest quality standards.
As a member of the Quality Assurance group, you will collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain to drive quality metrics, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibility
- Develop, implement, and maintain quality control procedures for incoming, in-process, and finished goods.
- Perform routine inspections and testing using statistical sampling and metrology tools; record results in the LIMS/ERP system.
- Lead root cause investigations for non-conformances and coordinate CAPA actions.
- Collaborate with production, engineering, and suppliers to implement process improvements and cost-reductions.
- Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with ISO 9001, GMP, and applicable standards.
- Verify calibration, maintenance, and traceability of QC equipment and materials.
- Generate quality metrics, reports, and dashboards for leadership with actionable insights.
Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 2+ years of experience in quality control or quality assurance in manufacturing.
- Proficiency with statistical methods, SPC, MSA, and problem-solving tools (root cause analysis).
- Experience with calibration and maintenance of QC equipment; working knowledge of GMP and ISO 9001 standards.
- Strong attention to detail, analytical mindset, and collaborative communication skills.
- Familiarity with LIMS/ERP systems and documentation control.