QC Technician Jobs in California

Job Title: Quality Control Specialist Company: Solazyme, Inc. Location: South San Francisco, CA Description: We are seeking a highly motivated Quality Control Specialist to support commercial products and the development of new products. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Quality Control testing in compliance with FDA cGMP requirements, including release testing of cGMP products, generation of Certificates of Analysis and archiving of test records. Testing will be conducted in-house and through contract laboratories. • Set-up and administer stability studies for various products. This includes maintaining study samples, performing in-house testing as appropriate, collecting and archiving test records, and preparation of the final study report. • Follow good documentation practices in all aspects and phases of the work; prepare and submit reports for review. Provide QC review of documents as needed. • Write, review, and update SOPs as needed • Maintain lab equipment and the orderliness of GMP lab areas. • Assist with various Quality Assurance efforts as needed, including document control, auditing, and Customer Complaint procedures. REQUIREMENTS: • BS in chemistry, biology, or similar. • 5-10 years recent experience in food and/or pharmaceutical QC environment. • Training and practical experience in Food cGMPs. Training and experience with dietary supplement or pharmaceutical cGMPs is preferred. • Training and practical experience in quality control and various analytical methods. • Knowledge of and facility with various software, PC systems, and databases. • Detail oriented, self motivated and able to work with minimal supervision. • Ability to work independently as well as on a team. • Excellent oral and written communication skills. Solazyme is in a rapid growth phase and is seeking to add key members to its Quality team. The successful candidate will have the ability, desire, and motivation to integrate their skill set into a dynamic organization. If you are interested in this opportunity and meet our requirements, we encourage you to apply. This position comes with a competitive compensation and benefits package, 401k, and pre-IPO equity participation. For more information about the company, please visit www.solazyme.com, and apply through our web portal. Solazyme is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Title: Quality Control Technician - Pittsburg, CA Company: Praxair Location: Pittsburg, CA Description: Title: Quality Control Technician - Pittsburg, CALocation: CA-PittsburgPRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITYUnder general supervision, assists in testing and inspecting products at various stages of the production process and compiles and evaluates statistical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products. Selects products for testing at specified stages in production and tests such parameters as dimensions, performance, mechanical, chemical, or electrical characteristics. Sets up and performs destructive and nondestructive tests on materials, parts, or products to measure performance, life, or material characteristics. Technicians may work in any of the following areas of quality control: incoming material, process control, product evaluation, inventory control, product reliability, corrective/preventive action (CAPA) or research and development. SCOPEThis is a position in manufacturing that mainly performs incoming and final inspection on raw material and finished product.PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES 1. Inspect product using various measuring tools.2. Follow required procedures during in process inspection.3. Accurately record results according to testing schedules4. Report variances/discrepancies/malfunctions/policy deviations to management5. Keep and maintain accurate records according to company policies and government regulations6. Verify and document in process work orders.7. Coordinate inventory for labels, chemicals, supplier's services, standards and laboratory's administrative affairs.8. Conduct and maintain personnel ongoing training as required9. Troubleshoot measurement tools and systems as required.Associate's Degree preferred2 years technical experienceFamiliarity with most measuring tools preferred.Attention to detailTechnically orientedComputer work proficientTeam player/ able to take initiative

Job Title: The Quality Control Lab Technician Company: Location: Santa Ana, CA Description: TECO DIAGNOSTICS The Quality Control Lab Technician: JOB DESCRIPTION: Responsible for optimizing and managing the timely release of finished products and raw materials based on analytical testing. Responsible for following up on all internal and external non-conformances to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: ? Ensure timely release of finished products by developing key reports and managing the flow of finished products ? Develop and validate, in collaboration with both internal and external customers, new methods as they become necessary. ? Communicate non-conformance issues in a timely fashion to internal customers to ensure rapid actions if any issue needs to be addressed. ? Work with Production and other internal colleagues to troubleshoot any ?out of specification issues.? ? Able to maintain all in-process equipment on the shop floor. ? Recommend system and procedure updates, improvements. ? Ensure that the laboratory follows all lab and site safety and GMP rules. ? Technically perform most of the following standard chemical procedures and physical measurements for finished products EXPERIENCE & REQUIREMENTS: ? This occupation requires a bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the products manufactured. Manufacturing areas such as engineering, chemistry, biochemistry, or analytical chemistry are required. ? Must be able to work independently and as a team member. ? One to two years experience with analytical instrumentation, laboratory automation or assay development is highly desirable. ? Excellent verbal and written communication, PC, and organizational skills required. HOW TO APPLY: Please submit a cover letter & resume via email at Register to View

Job Title: Quality Control Technician Company: The Pepsi Bottling Group, Inc. Location: Ventura, CA Description: Operates equipment that blends raw materials to create beverage products to exact specifications. This includes weighing, measuring and mixing ingredients to standards. Performs routine tests to ensure resulting mixture meets specified properties and consistencies. Also includes periodic sampling of product as it is bottled/canned to ensure continued meeting of standards includes the product itself, fill levels, labeling, freshness dating and container integrity. Records test data and communicates modifications to the manufacturing process to eliminate any irregularities. May be required to periodically deep clean and sanitize blending/filling equipment and production lines. This job may require lifting/carrying cases weighing 20-45 pounds repeatedly over 10-12 hour period; and continuous standing and walking, manipulating and handling product samples while sitting PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES: ? Operate and monitor line, removing or shifting materials and/or finished product as necessary to facilitate proper flow and machine operation ? Perform tests and use special equipment to ensure package and product quality ? Operate all manufacturing equipment efficiently and safely ? Clean equipment and area during and after shift ? Maintain clean work area through good housekeeping practices ? Expedite quality concerns to line; working with maintenance as necessary ? Keep daily records tests performed and results

Job Title: Quality Control Technician (San Leandro, CA) Company: Directv, Inc. Location: San Leandro, CA Description: DIRECTV Home Services is currentlyseeking askilled Quality Control technicianto join itsSan Leandroteam.The Quality Control Technician will perform inspections onDIRECTVsatellite installations. This position will inspect,complete necessary repairs andcomplete the required inspection reports on commercial and residential broadband products and services including digital cable, high-speed data and telephony.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:Responsible for completing quality control inspection work orders.Ensures all installation work is done according to company quality standards.Inspect and perform necessary repairs.Facilitatefield trainingfor technicians on all DIRECTV installed products and services.Assist with on-site inspections and personal protective equipment (PPE) inspections of technicians.Assist inresolving assigned customer concerns and questions.Reports to Supervisor of Quality control.Adheres to all company policies and procedures.Other duties and projects as assigned.

Job Title: SE30 - Quality Control Technician Company: Kelly Automotive Services Grp Location: Berkeley, CA Description: SE30 - Quality Control Technician Job Description:-Work in the QC lab under a GMP environment.-Run the samples using HPLC, UV/Vis -Work with the QC system and perform some inventory duties.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:-BS in Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc.-Experience using HPLC, UV/Vis-Experience working in a GMP regulated environment.The assignment is for 6 months. Kelly Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Title: Sr. Servicing QC Specialist Company: The PMI Group Inc Location: Walnut Creek, CA Description: Do you feel that your career should be about more than just collecting a paycheck?  If yes, then you've come to the right place. For over 35 years, PMI has served a vital role in opening doors to homeownership' and working to keep those doors open with innovative initiatives to preserve homeownership. PMI's residential mortgage insurance products provide critical support to the mortgage finance system by protecting lenders and investors from the high costs of default. This then allows lenders to make mortgage financing available to a broader base of the population. PMI is also committed to opening doors for our employees. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, professional development, nationally recognized community involvement, and a culture where work/life balance is encouraged and supported. PMI's Home Preservation Initiative (HPI) group works directly with the servicers on loss mitigation workout options and also strives to bring our MI-backed borrowers together with their lenders. To help ensure our success, quality control is a critical component and rapidly growing role within the group. The Sr. Servicing Quality Control Specialist leads the Servicing Quality Control staff in performing quality reviews of the handling of defaulted loans by loan servicers, vendors and PMI staff. They select loans for targeted and statistically valid random sample reviews, coordinate ordering the documentation for review and perform a review of the loan level servicing records. They may provide guidance and training to other staff. The Sr. Servicing Quality Control also provides recommendations to enhance the QC control reviews and assists in the development of reporting results. They operate under the general direction of management, guided by the Servicing Quality Control program guidelines. Responsibilities:Reviews loan files as needed to meet required sample size. Reviews cases audited by Servicing Quality Control staff and provides guidance, training, workflow management and oversight to ensure consistency in review methodology. Identifies cases for targeted reviews and statistically valid random sample reviews. Coordinates documentation gathering and case distribution among the staff to ensure productive and efficient workflow. Coordinates with system development team to recommend system enhancements and reporting specifications. Reviews PMI account owner, servicer, vendor and PMI staff action plans for improvement. Monitors plans to ensure that necessary steps are implemented. Maintains and recommends enhancements to the Servicing Quality Control program guidelines. Performs loan level servicing record reviews to identify strengths and weaknesses of loan servicer's defaulted mortgage loan servicing practices including: a. Evaluates loan servicer system notes for quality of collection, loss mitigation, foreclosure and other default related servicing activities. b. Reviews delegated loss mitigation transactions to ensure loan servicer compliance with the terms of delegation. Reviews recorded calls to ensure PMI staff and vendor compliance with FDCPA requirements and quality of borrower counseling. Reviews PMI system coding and documentation to ensure accuracy of data and reporting. Captures information on the key measures in a database for reporting purposes. Prepares executive summary and reporting for HPI management on the results of reviews so that process improvements can be implemented and constructive feedback can be provided to our loan servicing customers, vendors and PMI staff.Minimum qualifications to be successful in this role:Highly developed ability to audit data, analyze, draw conclusions and make recommendations. Expert knowledge of all aspects of defaulted loan servicing, collection laws such as the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), loss mitigation loan workout strategies (including loan modifications, pre-foreclosure sales, deeds-in-lieu, etc.), state foreclosure laws, bankruptcy laws, deficiency recovery laws, common loan servicing processes and 'best practices.' Strong leadership and workflow management skills. Solid understanding of GSE servicing guidelines. Strong knowledge of loan workout program underwriting criteria, such as the Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP). Strong knowledge of MS Office products (Word, Excel and Access). Sound judgment in assessing the materiality of individual issues in the overall context of a case. Excellent interpersonal skills to deal effectively with both internal and external contacts. Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Management or related field, along with 5+ years mortgage loan default servicing experience.

Job Title: Chemical QC Lab Technician Company: NetSource, Inc. Location: Los Angeles, CA Description: PLEASE NOTE, THIS IS A 1-YEAR CONTRACT POSITION. Sets up, operates and maintains laboratory instruments, monitors experiments, makes observations, calculates and records results, and often develops conclusions. Perform all manufacturing processes in accordance with GMPs,SOPs, TMs safety rules and production schedule. Under general supervision following SOPs and special test designs; analyzes test data and completes required documentation. Performs QC/equipment maintenance, understands lab safety involving potentially infectious bio-waste and is a team player. Performs qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis if raw materials, monomer, polymer, and suture products. Supports QA test method improvements. Team member in the QA chemical laboratories to provide back up test analysis for the QA chemical laboratory team. Knowledge and experience in materials testing disposition, and control. May investigate testing abnormalities and implement corrective action. Performs analytical testing special projects by supporting the development of new methods and test transfers and performing investigative test analysis as required. Assists with validation and test methods and test correlations. Train QA chemical technicians to perform new QA test methods. Clean and maintain production areas and equipment accordind to procedures.Individual is familiar with basic scientific principles and has had some laboratory experience. Can follow written direction and maintain a laboratory notebook. Has good communication skills and is computer literate. A degree, GMP, GLP, FDA, RCRA, and OSHA knowledge may be required.For consideration, please include Dice #5872.

Job Title: Quality Control Specialist - with mortgage experience Company: Location: San Diego, CA Description: Our client in Mission Valley is seeking an Quality Control Specialist to add their team. The right candidate for this position should have 3 to 5 years of experience in mortgage as well as appraisal processing. The ability to be detailed and meet deadlines is essential. Job Responsibilities: ? Provide guidance to staff with for internal appraisal standards and procedures. ? Monitor appraisal management system for completed orders and perform administrative reviews on any reports not cleared by automated compliance review. ? Communicate corrections, revisions, additions necessary per administrative review process via a Quality Issue Notice to appraiser. Monitor appraiser responses and maintain turn-time standards. ? Respond to client and appraiser inquiries. ? Monitor pipeline and perform quality control reviews to assure timely workflow to meet production standards. ? Issue HVCC Certifications and client statements for delivery with completed/approved appraisal report. ? Provide weekly reporting on system, process and/or product issues. Report immediately on any escalated issues to supervisor or manager. ? Ensure that timely, complete and accurate internal documentation is completed and maintained to facilitate a clear, relevant audit trail. ? Monitor designated clients and maintain professional working relationships with designated client representatives to ensure that quality assurance levels are operating effectively to their satisfaction. ? Keep current with Client Guidelines and Billing types. ? Maintain monthly production logs of work performed to quantify that production levels are being met. Requirements: ? 3-5 years of related mortgage, lending and/or appraisal industry experience. ? Preferred - familiarity with USPAP, HVCC and related appraisal guidelines including FNMA, FHLMC and FHA. ? Computer software to include Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel. ? Learn how to review residential appraisals for quality control purposes. ? Problem solve with appraisers and clients. ? Convey technical information effectively in oral, written and electronic communication. ? Read, write and speak English. ? Maintain the security of sensitive and confidential data. ? Handle the operation and functionality of automated systems related to appraisal and review processes. ? Provide strong attention to detail. ? Show evidence of initiative and follow through on all duties/responsibilities. ? Provide professional and courteous service to internal and external customers. ? Be a team player who values collaboration and support. ? Work well under pressure of production quotas and deadlines. About StormStaff: StormStaff is a professional services company that specializes in providing Administrative, Clerical and Financial professionals to various organizations on a temporary, temporary-to-hire and direct-hire basis. For more information on StormStaff, please visit us on the Web at www.StormStaff.com.

Job Title: ;QC Technician Company: Varian Location: Lake Forest, CA Description: Title: QC Technician Location: Lake Forest, CAFunction: Applications Lab/ScienceProduct Area: Analytical Inst/Consumable ProJob Number: ALLF10-012Responsibilities: Responsible for providing production support with respect to Quality Control inspection, testing and audit of Raw Materials; Work in Process and Finished Goods Products. Technician is responsible for compliance with Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) as set forth in Quality System Regulation 21 CFR Part 820. This includes proper documentation for Device master Records as applied to all Finished Goods/Device lots and Work in Process lots.Lab Technician is responsible for Quality Control testing of the following:Raw Materials:oIncoming Raw Material inspection/testing and releaseoReview of Certificates of Analysis/ComplianceoCommunicate/coordinate with Manufacturing and Materials to prioritize itemsWork in Process testing:oDrug Roll qualification Titration, Be/End Bench testing, Beg/End Device testing, Lamination testingFinished Goods Testing:oFunctionality testing of Finished Goods productoPositive/Negative Performance testing of Finished Goods productoPackaging integrity test of Finished Goods productNon-conforming Materials:oGenerate Material Review Reports for non-conforming itemsProduct Stability Testing:oPerform Stability testing per established protocolsoProvide summaries of test pointsCustomer Complaints:oConduct investigations/inspections on customer returned product, product retainsoProvide summaries of test pointQualifications: B.S in BiologyQuality experience a plusMust have basic understanding of laboratory safety requirements.Knowledge of ISO and/or GMP regulated environment is desirable.Attention to detail, excellent organizational skills.Capability to differentiate shades of colors according to std. color rating scales used on the manufacturing process of DAT products.Computer knowledge including Microsoft Word and Excel; desirable: MS Access, SAP (or similar ERP system)