Document Control Specialist

As a Document Control Specialist, you will manage, maintain, and support the Electronic Document Management System (EDMS) and associated change control processes across GxP operations. In this role, you will ensure total document compliance, seamless record issuance, and cross‑functional alignment in support of GMP manufacturing and quality activities.

• Manage the end‑to‑end document change control process for GxP operations, including manufacturing, clinical, and product quality documentation.
• Author, format, and perform periodic updates for controlled documents such as SOPs, Work Instructions, and Controlled Forms to ensure adherence to internal standards.
• Issue and maintain master copies of critical GMP execution records, including batch records, laboratory notebooks, and logbooks.
• Administer records management procedures, encompassing scanning, archiving, filing, and master record retention.
• Partner with document authors and reviewers across departments to process updates within strict project timelines and regulatory guidelines.
• Support regulatory inspections and internal quality audits, including generating key Quality system metrics upon request.
• Assist with EDMS updates, conduct GMP trainings, and author user requirements or implementation changes in alignment with validation procedures.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in a science‑related field preferred.

Experience: 2+ years of pharmaceutical experience operating within a GMP and/or GxP environment.

Technical Knowledge: Basic understanding of document control concepts and experience with EDMS implementation or validation procedures.

Software Proficiency: Strong personal computer skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.

• Highly detail‑oriented with excellent organizational skills and the ability to execute multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with solid interpersonal capabilities to manage cross‑functional alignment and resolve operational conflicts.

Self‑motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $77,500 - $143,900. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographical location, and other job‑related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.

This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed in this link.

Relocation benefits are not approved for this posting.

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