Quality Assurance Specialist III

About the role

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• Quality Assurance Specialist III
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• Date: 16 Oct 2026
• Location: Torrance, CA, US, 90505

A brief overview

The Quality Assurance Specialist III fulfills a critical role in Quality Assurance. This individual will contribute an advanced level of understanding of GMP system improvements, technical documents, and review of GMP documentation and reports. This individual must also provide GMP and related guidance, data analysis, and technical review of QC data. in some instances, this role may act as the deputy for the Manager, Quality Assurance.

What you will do

• Perform all duties pertaining to a QA specialist I, and II in addition to those listed below.
• Support real time batch record review in a timely manner and with high accuracy, performing usage decisions in electronic batch release systems.
• Suggest and implement improvements in quality systems and SOPs taking into account LEAN GMP approaches.
• Reviewing and approval of all GMP documentation, which includes BPRs, validation protocols, data, reports, etc.
• Reviewing, analyzing, and trending data to extract relevant information.
• Work closely with other functions and sites to close out quality records, investigations e.g., OOS, and approval of documents and changes e.g., MBPRs, analytical procedures, protocols, reports, and specifications/global specifications.
• Suggests/recommends and implements new policies and procedures to improve existing processes and products.
• Problem resolutions with GMP systems as well as guiding on GMP topics.
• Be an active part in increasing the quality culture in the organization e.g., by guidance and training of other departments and sites.
• Perform GMP audits for internal operations, GMP compliance improvements and provide GMP compliance guidance to other departments and BAM Sites as needed.
• Support actively and able to take the lead in customer/authority audits. Writing new and revising current standard operating procedures (SOPs), specifications, etc. In addition, provide technical assistance on production and quality systems documents.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in organic chemistry or related field required or

Master's Degree in organic chemistry or related field preferred

• Bachelor's Degree in a science related field and a minimum of 5 years' experience in a GMP manufacturing setting required or
• Associate's Degree in a science related field and a minimum of 7 years' experience in a GMP manufacturing setting required
• 4-6 years experience in Quality Assurance required
• 4-6 years experience with GMP document control, validation, qualification and calibration preferred
• 4-6 years Ability to work in ISO7 and ISO8 control environment and support real time batch record review required
• 4-6 years experience in internal auditing as well as working with regulatory agencies preferred
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Basic computer knowledge, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to effectively organize, multitask and work in fast-paced, deadline driven work environment.
• Ability to communicate in a proactive and solution-focused manner, including keeping management aware of potential issues.
• Detail oriented with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems.
• Ability to work independently and manage one's time.
• Communicate effectively and ability to function well in a team environment.
• Certified Quality Process Analyst - ASQ preferred or
• CQA preferred or

Base Annual Salary Range

$87,292.80 - $120,027.60

Placement of new hires in this wage range is based on several factors including education, skill sets, experience, and training.

Total Rewards

We offer all Team Members a total rewards package including competitive pay, annual performance bonus, a generous benefit package with comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, 401(k) plan with employer contribution, and paid vacation, personal and sick days.

Corporate Social Responsibility

• Bachem takes responsibility for future generations by a careful handling of resources and avoiding environmental risks.
• We continually improve our ecological performance and develop and implement new approaches for enhancing employees’ environmental awareness.
• EcoVadis has awarded Bachem Gold Medal status in their assessment of Bachem.

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Please note: unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be considered.

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