QA Technician Jobs in Arizona

Job Title: QA Specialist Company: Covance Inc. Location: Chandler, AZ Description: Covance - Job details ("")'>   Job details   Business TitleQA SpecialistRequisition ID20856BRJob CategoryQualityLocationsUSA - Chandler, AZShift1Job PostingVerifies compliance to applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and regulations by performing internal protocol, data, report, in-lab phase inspections, and supplemental audits, where applicable, in a technical discipline (e.g., Mammalian Toxicology, Bioanalytical Chemistry). In addition, the QA Specialist promotes expertise in achieving regulatory compliance and supports a second technical auditing discipline, or supports a specialized function (e.g., document control of SOPs/P&Ps, provides application support for site training/ testing, provide training to new auditors, provide regulatory training). Multi-site support may also be required for a technical discipline or specialized function. The auditor also performs facility audits in a technical discipline. Responsibilities may include hosting client audits, leading process improvement activities and multi-site harmonization efforts.A. Duties and Responsibilities: • Mentors co-workers and internal customers with interpretation of regulatory requirements (e.g., GLPs), SOP requirements, and other guidance documents, as applicable.• Assists and/or hosts during regulatory inspections.• Monitor regulatory and industry trends/actions and report regularly to QA management.• Research and write white papers providing recommendations for QA management.• Performs protocol, data, report, and in-lab phase inspections in a technical discipline to verify conformance to applicable SOP and regulatory requirements.• Evaluates responses to inspection reports and performs follow-up with respondents, management, or others, if needed, to ensure resolution.• Performs internal supplemental audits of a technical discipline to verify that facility records (e.g., equipment, training files) are in conformance to applicable SOP and regulatory requirements.• Ensures systems used in QA are properly maintained (e.g., QA audit records, training records).• Notifies management of quality/compliance trends and service failures.• Facilitates changes to SOPs, policies, training materials, and other documents for a technical discipline. • Provide supervisor support on selected, large-scope projects involving data collection and / or research small scope individual topics drafting recommendations to QA management.• Provides advanced assistance to host by establishing client contact, coordinating client agenda and other needs, leading all aspects of the audit, preparing a written summary of findings, reviewing responses to client audit findings to assure accurate/complete, and communicating with other Covance business units to assure coordination. • Serve as the primary client liaison for specific clients. • Regularly identifies and leads process improvement opportunities and harmonization efforts to promote best practices. Participates in Six Sigma teams, often in key leadership or team member roles. Green belt certification is preferred. • Promotes expertise in achieving regulatory compliance in a technical discipline by working with operations and scientific staff to resolve service/quality issues, serving on a committee, guiding the development of auditor and regulatory training programs, representing Covance at professional meetings, or other involvement.• Internal--Develop and or present curricula for various trainings: GLP; special SOP changes, sticky topics, departmental policy changes, new auditing disciplines.• Completes self-development opportunities.• Performs other related duties as assigned.B. Principal Contacts:• Interacts with internal staff responsible for study management. In addition, interacts with internal operational and scientific personnel, and the management of inspected areas. May interact with external QA, operational, and scientific personnel. Communicates (written and verbal) with external client auditors.C. Travel Requirements: • Yes, • Bachelor of Science/Arts (BS/BA) degree.• Ability to efficiently use basic computer programs (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).• Experience may be substituted for education. For example, a two-year Associate degree plus two years applicable experience may be substituted for a BS/BA degree .Education/Qualifications• Bachelor of Science/Arts (BS/BA) degree.• Ability to efficiently use basic computer programs (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).• Experience may be substituted for education. For example, a two-year Associate degree plus two years applicable experience may be substituted for a BS/BA degreeExperience• A minimum of three years of experience as a quality auditor or a combination of experience in a laboratory or related auditing totaling a minimum of three and half years is required with a BS/BA degree.Start time7:15amEnd time4:00pmDays per week5 Index Monitor https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerid=20090&siteid=5090&AReq=20856BR&GQId=0 http://wrapguy.adicio.com/textjobs/jobs/covance_wkdiv/86e6baea3ff81dc Register to View ba8.html

Job Title: QA Technician Company: Global Solar Energy Location: Tucson, AZ Description: Position Description:Responsible for inspection, testing, and evaluation of materials, designs, processes, and methods from product/process development through product certification, incoming material, production, up to and including finished goods.  Essential Functions: (As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, these include the following responsibilities, minimum job knowledge, skills, and abilities.  This is not necessarily an all-inclusive listing.) Position-Related Responsibilities:   ·         Coordinate inspections and studies with Engineering and Product Development of unique and proprietary materials, process equipment and products.·         Assist in the design and documentation of capability studies, reliability studies, UL & IEC certification tests and measurement systems analysis.·         Assist in the development and documentation of test equipment and methodologies to support product, process and design certification, verification and validation.·         Document and some reduction of inspection, test and study data; prepare and distribute data in accordance with corporate practices and procedures.·         Execute and comply with QA SOPs for reliability testing, quality system and equipment servicing, calibration and maintenance.·         Train and coordinate activities of level I technicians.·         Recognize opportunities for improvement and make recommendations.·         Troubleshoot complex equipment, process and product performance issues under guidelines / supervision.  ·         Investigate and coordinate actions to arrive at the disposition of non-conforming materials.  ·         Participate as an internal auditor of the company’s quality system. Knowledge, skills and abilities: ·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills along with keen analytical reasoning and math skills.·         BS in engineering or physical science or an AA in engineering or physical science with 3 years of relevant technical experience.·         Mechanically and electronically inclined.·         Ability to read and accurately interpret technical drawings and specifications.·         Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures for chemical and mechanical part inspection.·         Intermediate level proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word and Outlook). Basic level of proficiency with Statistica.·         Ability to interact effectively and respectfully towards all employees especially during periods of stress.·         Ability to effectively manage time set priorities, meet time requirements and commitments.·         Capable of working within tight schedules and handling multiple tasks.·         Knowledge of company’s technical goals and objectives.·         Ability to stand, walk, lift up to 40 pounds, talk, understand, reach, grasp, push, pull and sit.

Job Title: QA Specialist (20856BR) Company: Covance, Inc. Location: Chandler, AZ Description: Verifies compliance to applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and regulations by performing internal protocol, data, report, in-lab phase inspections, and supplemental audits, where applicable, in a technical discipline (e.g., Mammalian Toxicology, Bioanalytical Chemistry). In addition, the QA Specialist promotes expertise in achieving regulatory compliance and supports a second technical auditing discipline, or supports a specialized function (e.g., document control of SOPs/P&Ps, provides application support for site training/ testing, provide training to new auditors, provide regulatory training). Multi-site support may also be required for a technical discipline or specialized function. The auditor also performs facility audits in a technical discipline. Responsibilities may include hosting client audits, leading process improvement activities and multi-site harmonization efforts.A.Duties and Responsibilities: Mentors co-workers and internal customers with interpretation of regulatory requirements (e.g., GLPs), SOP requirements, and other guidance documents, as applicable.Assists and/or hosts during regulatory inspections.Monitor regulatory and industry trends/actions and report regularly to QA management.Research and write white papers providing recommendations for QA management.Performs protocol, data, report, and in-lab phase inspections in a technical discipline to verify conformance to applicable SOP and regulatory requirements.Evaluates responses to inspection reports and performs follow-up with respondents, management, or others, if needed, to ensure resolution.Performs internal supplemental audits of a technical discipline to verify that facility records (e.g., equipment, training files) are in conformance to applicable SOP and regulatory requirements.Ensures systems used in QA are properly maintained (e.g., QA audit records, training records).Notifies management of quality/compliance trends and service failures.Facilitates changes to SOPs, policies, training materials, and other documents for a technical discipline. Provide supervisor support on selected, large-scope projects involving data collection and / or research small scope individual topics drafting recommendations to QA management.Provides advanced assistance to host by establishing client contact, coordinating client agenda and other needs, leading all aspects of the audit, preparing a written summary of findings, reviewing responses to client audit findings to assure accurate/complete, and communicating with other Covance business units to assure coordination. Serve as the primary client liaison for specific clients. Regularly identifies and leads process improvement opportunities and harmonization efforts to promote best practices. Participates in Six Sigma teams, often in key leadership or team member roles. Green belt certification is preferred. Promotes expertise in achieving regulatory compliance in a technical discipline by working with operations and scientific staff to resolve service/quality issues, serving on a committee, guiding the development of auditor and regulatory training programs, representing Covance at professional meetings, or other involvement.Internal--Develop and or present curricula for

Job Title: Quality Assurance Specialist Company: Science Care Location: Phoenix, AZ Description: Position Summary  As a member of Science Care**s Quality team, the Quality Assurance Specialist will assist with the administration of Science Care**s Quality Program, the overall quality culture and compliance direction for all Science Care operational entities. Engaged in maintaining internal audit and quality improvement/deviation management programs.  Responsible for maintaining compliance with local, state, federal and accrediting standards, and assisting with internal and external quality audits.     Position Elements  Required Elements:  * Maintains internal quality assurance program in order to maintain accreditation and licensure.  * Participates in monthly Operational Review and Quality Program meetings and maintains meeting minutes.  * Investigates specific customer complaints, adverse experiences and operational problems to identify root cause and ensure associated corrective and preventive actions are implemented and effective.  * Implements changes of Science Care**s procedures and forms.   * Represents Science Care during company vendor, accreditation, licensure, legal and regulatory audits.  * Reviews technical quality reports and conducts presentations as required.  * Assists with quality training to personnel to ensure compliance with Science Care**s Quality Program and to continuously improve the organizational quality culture in group, one–on–one and classroom settings.  * Maintains process monitoring systems in order to improve quality performance and adherence to established requirements.  * Improves polices, procedures and workflow of departments.   * Ability to interpret technical and statistical reports, charts, and other related documents.  * Works with staff on process improvement and quality improvement methodologies.     Personal Elements:  * Flexible schedule and willingness to do whatever it takes to get the job done.  * High standards of excellence.  * Excellent communication skills.  * Multi–tasking skills *V capable of handling many tasks at once and not losing attention to detail.  * Outstanding quality standards – an understanding of medical terminology and industry standards.  * Must have strong oral and written communication and have the ability to work through difficult situations with professionalism and diplomacy.   * Ability to follow directions, interact with internal and external partners, understand and to follow procedures and to accept constructive criticism.  * Computer Skills: MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project, MS Visio, Internet, MS Access, MS Power Point  * Working Conditions: Exposure to human tissue recovery and environments containing potential biohazardous materials.     Elective Elements:  * Participates in Science Cares Process Improvement Projects.  * Participates in Science Care**s Quality Circles.  * Enhances productivity through utilization of process improvement tools/techniques.  Education and Experience  Bachelors degree (B.A./B.S.) in a Science or related discipline, from a four–year college or university.  Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA (ASQ)), or the ability to become certified within 6 months of hire.  Two+ years previous experience in tissue or blood banking, pharma, or similar regulated field.  One+ years Quality Assurance experience  Ability to meet experience requirements will be determined by the Quality Assurance Manager.

Job Title: Quality Assurance Specialist Company: Location: Phoenix, AZ Description: Thank you for considering our company! Bluegreen Resorts, One Of The Largest And Most Successful Vacation Ownership Companies in the Industry is HIRING... We are looking for a Friendly, Outgoing and Multi Talented individual to fill the position of Quality Assurance Specialist. Candidate should be organized; detail oriented and be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. We offer Medical, Dental, 401k after 90 days of Full time employment. There is also a program for $75 up to 7 nights at one of our many Bluegreen Resorts 3 times a year. The position is full time (30+ hours per week). Hours vary and include weekends and some evenings. The pay starts at $10/hr + commission. We are located in North Peoria on Lake Pleasant Parkway (99th Avenue) just past Happy Valley at Cibola Vista Resort & Spa. For immediate consideration please e-mail your resume to Register to View To learn more about our company, visit ~ www.bluegreenonline.com/corporate Bluegreen Corporation is a Fortune 500 Company with 40-plus years experience in leisure and resort living. A 2008 "Best Places to Work" finalist, we've appeared on Forbes' "200 Best Small Companies? list and have been recognized as one of ?America?s Fastest Growing Companies? by Fortune Magazine. Bluegreen Corporation and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers.

Job Title: Quality Assurance Technician Company: Location: Tucson, AZ Description: For more than 50 years NESCO Resource has been providing staffing and HR solutions to both small and large organizations through a nationwide network of offices. We specialize in Clerical and LI positions. We are in search of someone with Quality Assurance experience. Please submit resumes to Register to View NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE! POSITION SUMMARY: The Quality Assurance Technician I; is responsible for supporting various and a wide variety of activities within manufacturing and the QA team to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and ISO requirements. This position may conduct or be a part of investigations that relate to products or processes. Such activities consist of but are not limited to; assuring product meets established specifications and requirements, procedures are followed, records are accurate as well as appropriate, the Quality System is monitored and issues elevated when necessary. This position also requires decisions be made to determine appropriate actions are taken throughout processes as defined by our procedures. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - Create and monitor Non Conforming Reports (NCRs) as required. - Maintain personal training data as applicable. - Compile and monitor QA metrics. - Compile and maintain QA hour by hour charts. - Provide performance feedback to team members, operations and the QA manager as appropriate. - Responsible for routinely conducting departmental Quality and/or Safety Audits. - Participate in Focused Feedbacks. - Understand the requirements of the Quality System such as; Good Documentation Practices, Quality Systems Procedures, Work Instructions, Quality Records, Verification activities, Audits, training, Design Transfers, Validations, Non-Conforming Product, CAPA, Production/Process Controls, ESD, Handling, and Document/Data Control. - Review, evaluate and disposition Quality Data, records and Device History Records (DHRs) to ensure accuracy, completeness, appropriate release and control of products. - Monitor Production Processes as specified or required. - Continuously promotes ?Quality First Time.? - Acquire or provide training as needed. - Prepare NCR reports as requested. - Responsible to create, monitor and follow up on NCRs. - Responsible to control and monitor quarantine and non conforming materials. - Attend Material Review Board (MRB) meetings as required. - Assure compliance with quality system requirements as it applies to the outputs of this defined job specifications. - Participate in manufacturing and/or Development projects (including Design Transfers); as required. - Participate in daily production meetings. - Maintain metrics and communicates issues or potential problems to appropriate personnel. - Participate in continuous improvement initiatives. - Model Ventanas culture, values of trust, honesty, integrity, teamwork and performance. - Align with QA team members that best balance with Operation and Corporate objectives. - Investigate or research issues, problems, failures complaints or data; as required. - Responsible to maintain a clean, safe work environment. - Attend required annual; ?Listen to the Boss? for Technical Customer Care (TCC) and Customer Care (CC) departments MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Formal Training/Education: Associates degree in a related field. CQA, CQT or equally recognized formal certification in the field of Quality or acquire formal certification within 14 months of employment. Experience: 1 or more years of experience working in the area of Quality. Minimum 1 year experience in an FDA and/or ISO regulated industry. OR College credits toward a degree combined with associated work experience. 2 or more years of experience working in the area of Quality. Minimum 1 years experience in an FDA and/or ISO13485 regulated industry. CQA, CQT or equally recognized formal certification in the field of Quality or acquire formal certification within 14 months of employment. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: - Ability to conduct detailed acceptance and verification activities. - Ability to perform Oracle transactions using PC based applications (prefer). - Working knowledge of computer applications (i.e.; word, excel, Microsoft, Oracle, Power Point). - Proficient in basic math and English; including verbal and written skills. - Working knowledge of Reagent and/or Instrument manufacturing (use densities, tare weights, calculations to verify, interpret drawings, read gauges, knowledge of torques, etc.). - Prefer one or more years of experience in the medical device or diagnostics industry. - Prefer one or more years of experience working knowledge of ISO. Exceptions for internal high potential and high performing employees not meeting minimum qualifications will be taken into consideration and must be approved through Human Resources.