Quality Analyst II

Mackie Myers is partnering with a manufacturer focused on the CPG industry to hire a Quality Analyst II.

About the Role

This position is part of the Quality Department. Under the supervision of the Quality Director, the Quality Analyst II is responsible for establishing, implementing, overseeing, and enforcing quality control standards in a manufacturing environment. The role includes developing evaluation protocols, implementing inspection processes, and ensuring products meet both internal standards and customer expectations. This position also supports continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Maintain documentation of all work performed in accordance with GMP requirements.
• Identify areas for improvement in production processes to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Monitor processes to verify adherence to required quality standards.
• Document quality issues and develop corrective action plans.
• Investigate quality issues and determine root causes.
• Conduct internal audits across manufacturing, compounding, and production operations to ensure compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Assist with investigating and resolving quality-related issues, including customer complaints and out-of-specification (OOS) results, in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Develop, revise, and review SOPs, protocols, and technical reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality concerns.
• Provide training to employees on quality standards and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Manufacturing, Life Sciences; OTC experience preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Quality Assurance.
• Experience in quality inspection, auditing, and testing.
• Strong knowledge of quality assurance procedures and industry standards.
• Proficiency with QA databases and computer applications.

Bilingual Spanish required

Required Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking ability.
• High attention to detail and logical problem-solving approach.
• Demonstrates integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to develop and present process improvement ideas clearly and effectively.
• Provides regular updates on projects and tasks.
• Effective interpersonal skills across all organizational levels.

Preferred Skills

• Strong English communication skills; ability to read and interpret specifications.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe).
• Familiarity with FDA regulations, GMP, GDP, and document control processes.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Team-oriented mindset with strong collaboration skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, or lift (up to 50 lbs.) as needed.

Work Environment

This role is primarily based in an administrative setting within a manufacturing environment. Work conditions may include:

• Fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
• Regular use of office equipment requiring manual dexterity.
• Walking, bending, climbing stairs, and occasional lifting (up to 50 lbs.).
• Exposure to industrial conditions, including temperature variations, noise, and minimal dust or chemicals.
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated areas.
• Extended hours may be required to meet deadlines or address quality issues.

This role is fully onsite in the Torrance area.