What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Assurance Associate position at Simple Science LLC?
About Us:
Magic Science Supply, LLC is a healthcare technology-based consumer products company specializing in the manufacturing of hypochlorous acid (HOCl), an antimicrobial disinfectant that kills 99.9% of germs.
We believe that keeping families healthy does not have to mean exposing them to harsh chemicals. Our CleanSmart, SkinSmart, and Magic Molecule brands use simple ingredients and smart science to effectively kill germs that make people sick.
This position will report directly to the Quality Assurance Manager.
Role Summary:
The QA Associate is an entry-level quality professional responsible for supporting day-to-day Quality Assurance activities within an ISO 13485:2016–compliant medical device environment. This role focuses on accurate execution of quality system tasks, record maintenance, and documentation support to ensure compliance with established procedures and regulatory requirements. The QA Associate assists with document control, quality records, nonconformance tracking, and audit preparation while gaining foundational experience in medical device quality systems under the guidance of Quality Management.
Job Duties:
Quality Documentation and Records Support: Maintain quality records including forms, logs, Device History Records (DHRs), training records, and other controlled documents in accordance with ISO 13485:2016 requirements. Ensure records are complete, accurate, legible, and properly filed.
Document Control Support: Assist with document control activities such as routing documents for review and approval, updating document revisions, maintaining version control, and archiving obsolete documents in accordance with established procedures.
Nonconformance and Quality Event Support: Assist with logging and tracking nonconformances, deviations, and quality events. Support documentation completeness and ensure records are updated and routed appropriately for review and closure.
Audit Preparation and Support: Support internal and external audit readiness by organizing documentation, retrieving records, and assisting with audit logistics. Help track audit findings and action item status under supervision.
Change Control Support: Assist with administrative aspects of change control activities, including document updates, tracking approvals, and ensuring records are complete and current.
Training Records Management: Support maintenance of training records and training matrices. Assist with onboarding documentation and ensure training records are filed and traceable.
Production and Release Documentation Support: Assist in reviewing manufacturing and inspection records for completeness prior to product release. Escalate discrepancies or missing information to appropriate quality personnel.
Quality System Compliance Support: Follow established SOPs, work instructions, and quality policies. Identify documentation errors or process inconsistencies and report concerns to QA leadership.
Data Entry and Reporting Support: Enter quality data into QMS or tracking systems. Assist with compiling basic quality metrics and reports as requested.
Cross-Functional Support: Interact with Manufacturing, Engineering, and other departments to obtain documentation, clarify record requirements, and support quality-related activities.
Continuous Improvement Support: Participate in continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve documentation accuracy, record flow, and administrative efficiency.
Additional duties as assigned by Management
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's degree or coursework in Quality, Science, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
1–2 years of experience in a quality, manufacturing, or regulated environment preferred.
Basic understanding of quality systems or ISO standards is a plus; willingness to learn ISO 13485:2016 requirements required.
Experience with documentation, data entry, or administrative support preferred.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures.
Good organizational and time-management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with QMS or document management systems preferred.
Magic Science Supply, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $ $31.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Commute:
- Edina, MN Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $31