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QA Technician

GTT

Sylmar, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Biology, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Code of Federal Regulations, Community Support, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Documentation, FDA (Food and Drug Administration), Failure Analysis, Fortune 500 Customers, Healthcare, Healthcare Quality, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), International Health, Inventory Management, Laboratory, Leadership, Leading Edge Technology, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Medical Diagnosis, Medical Equipment, Medical Treatment, Nutrition, Operational Support, Operations Processes, Quality Assurance, Quality Metrics, Regulations, Retail, Retirement Funds, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Testing, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Sylmar, CA
POSTED
2 days ago
Primary Job Title:
QA Technician

Alternate / Related Job Titles:
  • Quality Assurance Technician
  • Medical Device Quality Technician
  • Quality Control Technician
  • Inspection & Testing Technician
  • Laboratory Quality Technician
Location & Onsite Flexibility:
Sylmar, CA (Onsite)
• Onsite role, Monday–Friday
• Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Contract Details
  • Position Type: Contract
  • Contract Duration: Approximately 6 Months
  • Start: As Soon As Possible
  • Pay Rate: $28.46/hour
Role Overview
The QA Technician supports quality operations within a regulated medical device environment, focusing on the inspection, testing, and failure analysis of returned and explanted devices. This role requires strong attention to detail, hands-on laboratory experience, and the ability to work within FDA and ISO-regulated quality systems.
Approximately 10–20% of the workday will involve microscope-based inspections. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with lab leadership to ensure product quality, compliance, and accurate documentation.
Key Responsibilities
  • Receive, log, and track equipment returned by patients or explanted from patient procedures
  • Reconcile received products against Quality System records and investigate discrepancies
  • Decontaminate explanted equipment in accordance with approved operating procedures
  • Maintain inventory of decontamination chemicals and process materials
  • Perform visual inspections and advanced inspections of returned products
  • Conduct testing on returned devices and record results in the Quality System
  • Review device history records (DHRs) and support nonconformance investigations
  • Ensure compliance with FDA 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, and internal quality standards
  • Perform all additional tasks assigned by the Lab Lead or Manager
Required Skills & Qualifications
Must-Have
  • Experience working in a regulated manufacturing or medical device environment
  • Hands-on microscope experience
  • Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
  • Ability to follow standard operating procedures precisely
Technical & Regulatory
  • Understanding of quality systems and inspection processes
  • Experience with device testing and failure analysis preferred
  • Familiarity with Class II or Class III medical devices preferred
Education Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Associate’s degree or technical degree preferred
    • Fields such as engineering, manufacturing, or quality
Experience Requirements
  • 2–4 years of experience in medical device quality, inspection, or related roles
  • Strong background in regulated manufacturing environments
Benefits
Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
401k Retirement Fund
About the Company
Our client is a global healthcare innovator dedicated to improving lives worldwide. With a diverse portfolio across medical devices, diagnostics, nutrition products, and branded generics, the organization develops cutting-edge technologies that address critical healthcare challenges and support healthier communities around the globe.
About GTT
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company based in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 clients across healthcare, life sciences, biotechnology, utilities, technology, and retail throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Job Number: 26-01379
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