Quality Assurance Associate

Overview

Yoh Life Sciences is hiring a Quality Assurance Associate in South San Francisco. The role supports day‑to‑day quality operations, ensures cGMP compliance, provides QA support on the production floor, assists with document control, and collaborates with Manufacturing, Warehouse, and QC teams.

Title: QA Associate

Location: South San Francisco

Schedule: Monday–Friday 8–5pm with flexibility during manufacturing runs

Industry: Biotech/CDMO/Cell Therapy

Salary Range: $35.00–$40.00 per hour

• Provide QA support for daily manufacturing operations in accordance with approved SOPs and cGxP requirements.
• Assist in reviewing batch records, logbooks, and production documentation for accuracy, completeness, and cGMP compliance.
• Support deviation initiation and investigation activities, including documentation, root‑cause analysis, and timely closure.
• Assist with material release.
• Perform routine QA walkthroughs on the manufacturing floor and escalade quality events per established procedures.
• Support document control activities, including review and routing of SOPs and participation in change control processes.
• Support quality oversight of product status, including shipping documentation and release readiness.
• Identify and correct non‑compliance with cGMP and GDP requirements.
• Perform other QA‑related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Quality Assurance, or related field.
• 1–5 years of experience in quality management or quality assurance, preferably in a regulated industry.
• Basic understanding of cGMP principles and regulatory requirements (FDA, EMA, ICH).
• Familiarity with quality management systems and GDP practices in a GMP facility.
• Experience in cell therapy or cell‑based manufacturing is a plus.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills in a fast‑paced environment.

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (20+ hrs per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (20+ hrs per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (20+ hrs per week)
• Met Life Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly e‑payroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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