What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Quality Analyst - Pharmaceutical/Medical Devices position at Open Healthcare?
Job Summary
The Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) Specialist will ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and company quality standards for our medical device self-test kits sold through nationwide retail channels and online platforms. This position is responsible for implementing and maintaining quality management systems, conducting inspections and audits, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to address quality issues. The ideal candidate will have a meticulous approach to quality control, strong knowledge of FDA regulations for medical devices, and the ability to create and maintain thorough documentation.
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain quality management systems in compliance with FDA regulations
- Develop, review, and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions, and quality documentation
- Coordinate with external regulatory bodies during inspections and respond to audit findings
- Maintain quality records and documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements
- Develop and implement inspection plans for incoming materials, in-process products, and finished self-test kits
- Perform quality control testing and document results according to established protocols
- Investigate out-of-specification results and implement corrective actions
- Conduct final release of products to ensure they meet all quality and regulatory requirements
- Process and investigate product complaints from retail partners, online platforms, and end-users
- Coordinate with production and engineering teams to implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
- Provide quality and compliance training to staff across departments
- Stay current on FDA regulations, ISO standards, and industry best practices related to medical devices
- Perform internal audits to verify compliance with quality system requirements
- Prepare for and participate in regulatory inspections and notified body audits
Required
- Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline, Engineering, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of experience in quality assurance/quality control for medical devices or in vitro diagnostic products
- Thorough knowledge of FDA Quality System Regulation
- Strong understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
- Proficiency in quality control statistical techniques and root cause analysis methodologies
- Excellent attention to detail and documentation skills
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
Preferred
- ASQ certification (CQA, CQE, or CQIA)
- Experience with self-test kits or point-of-care diagnostic products
- Knowledge of retail and e-commerce quality requirements for medical devices
- Familiarity with electronic quality management systems (eQMS)
- Experience preparing for and hosting FDA inspections
- Understanding of human factors and usability engineering for self-test medical devices
- Knowledge of CLIA-waived test requirements
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $31.00 - $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $31 - $45