QA Associate - Temporary and Full Time

The Asahi Kasei Group operates with a commitment of creating for tomorrow. Our business sectors, Material, Homes, and Health Care, contribute to the development of society by anticipating the changing needs of those around the world. We look for candidates that offer a fresh perspective and a variety of skills to help us achieve our commitment.Bionova is a rapidly growing, biologics CDMO focused on developing and manufacturing recombinant protein products using mammalian cell culture processes. Our business success is built on bringing together top scientific talent, arming them with the best available tools, and setting them loose in an agile, energized culture focused on solving difficult client problems. Because our success depends on our ability to exceed our clients’ expectations, we look for candidates with an innate desire to serve. Adaptability and an interest in transformative action are also common attributes among our team. Bionova became a subsidiary of Asahi Kasei Medical in May 2022, a division of Tokyo-based Asahi Kasei Group. This acquisition has enabled Bionova to greatly accelerate growth of the business, both in capacity of current service offerings and expansion into new service offerings.Company:Bionova Scientific LLCJob Description:Position Summary:Bionova is seeking a motivated and experienced QA Associate to join the Quality Assurance department. This is a 4-6 month assignment with a potential of renewal.This position will work independently to provide quality assurance oversight pertaining to Document Management and Training in the Master Control Quality Management System (QMS).Location: Fremont, California#hybridEssential Duties and Responsibilities:Technical acumen and management of electronic quality systems (e.g. Master Control document coordination and control activities).Provide user assistance, training, and oversight on document control and record management systems, processes, and proceduresStrong working knowledge of GMP practices and how they might apply to SOPs, work instructions, and controlled recordsPerform administrative tasks to maintain both the electronic document management system.Identify and escalate gaps and discrepancies in controlled documents and the processes that govern them (e.g. document formatting, SOP style consistency, clear and concise wording, document change controls, etc.)Strong understanding of version and revision control for a variety of controlled document typesAssist users with formatting documents such as SOPs, work instructions, or quality agreements using approved templates and finalizing controlled forms.Proficient in Microsoft Word formatting including styles, pagination, section breaks, headers and footers, table properties, attachments, and page layoutsStrong grasp of GxP training program requirements, including role-based training, curricula hierarchy, instructor led training, and training assignmentsAbility to promptly respond to email inquiries and user support.Working Conditions:This position requires you to work primarily in an office setting onsite based in Fremont, CA.Qualifications:Associate’s degree and/or 2+ years of related experienceRequires at least 2 years of pharmaceutical or life-sciences experience.Experience with electronic quality systems and Learning Management Systems, specifically MasterControl or equivalent.Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders in various departments.Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently and complete tasks in a timely manner.Strong independent judgment and decision-making abilities and strong conflict resolution required.Demonstrates initiative; ability to undertake additional responsibilities and respond to situations as they arise with little supervision.Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint.Ability to make independent sound decisions and manage priorities in alignment with department and site drivers.The base compensation range for this role is $40-45. Base Compensation is influenced by many factors including, but not limited to: time in the role, previous experience, skills, knowledge, performance, work requirements, internal equity, and business / economic conditions.#LI-MG1As an equal opportunity employer, Asahi Kasei believes a diverse workforce will provide us with the ability to continuously support the changes in the economy, society, and environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Asahi Kasei