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AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The QA Senior Specialist is responsible for providing quality assurance support for the pharmaceutical plant. This position will ensure that all product, process or system related quality activities from raw material inspection through shipment of final product are in compliance with Corporate and governmental regulations.
- Develop plans, coordinates and drives for execution Quality projects across multiple site QA areas.
- Coordinate with site QA planners to achieve project deliverables.
- Coordinate with centralized function the deployment of global Pharma 3 initiatives.
- Analyze, manage and maintain data for cycle times, touch times, and tasks/process lists to optimize QA processes performance.
- Drive for development, improvement and maintenance of site QA planning and scheduling activities.
- Assure QA areas under scope of the project implement and maintain visual management tools to monitor key QA processes.
- Analyze and report metrics for planned and unplanned activities for key QA processes. Anticipates and identifies areas of risk and mitigates risks through early risk assessments and implementation of fallback / mitigation strategies.
- Lead development of the Project Charter and documents the requirements that satisfy the stakeholders’ needs and expectations. Establish project objectives and criteria for evaluating project results and activities of the project team.
- Support Regulatory inspections for new market introduction.
- Lead and or coordinate Compliance and Performance improvement projects. Provide status to site management of the assigned projects.
- Maintains an effective liaison and cooperative relationship with Quality areas from Third Party Contractors (TPC)
This position will be based in Grand Rapids at a third-party manufacturing facility
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Sciences or Engineering.
- Six (6) years of experience in Quality area position, with hands on experience in the following areas: Project Management, Scheduling and Inventory Control.
- The incumbent must have hands-on experience in Excel, Word, Power Point, etc.
- Knowledge of statistics is desirable.
- Must be familiar with the Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Laboratory Practices.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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ABOUT ABBVIE
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The QA Senior Specialist is responsible for providing quality assurance support for the pharmaceutical plant. This position will ensure that all product, process or system related quality activities from raw material inspection through shipment of final product are in compliance with Corporate and governmental regulations.
- Develop plans, coordinates and drives for execution Quality projects across multiple site QA areas.
- Coordinate with site QA planners to achieve project deliverables.
- Coordinate with centralized function the deployment of global Pharma 3 initiatives.
- Analyze, manage and maintain data for cycle times, touch times, and tasks/process lists to optimize QA processes performance.
- Drive for development, improvement and maintenance of site QA planning and scheduling activities.
- Assure QA areas under scope of the project implement and maintain visual management tools to monitor key QA processes.
- Analyze and report metrics for planned and unplanned activities for key QA processes. Anticipates and identifies areas of risk and mitigates risks through early risk assessments and implementation of fallback / mitigation strategies.
- Lead development of the Project Charter and documents the requirements that satisfy the stakeholders’ needs and expectations. Establish project objectives and criteria for evaluating project results and activities of the project team.
- Support Regulatory inspections for new market introduction.
- Lead and or coordinate Compliance and Performance improvement projects. Provide status to site management of the assigned projects.
- Maintains an effective liaison and cooperative relationship with Quality areas from Third Party Contractors (TPC)
This position will be based in Grand Rapids at a third-party manufacturing facility
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Sciences or Engineering.
- Six (6) years of experience in Quality area position, with hands on experience in the following areas: Project Management, Scheduling and Inventory Control.
- The incumbent must have hands-on experience in Excel, Word, Power Point, etc.
- Knowledge of statistics is desirable.
- Must be familiar with the Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Laboratory Practices.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Quality Assurance Specialist
Match your credentials to the right EB category
EB-3 covers QA roles requiring a bachelor's degree; EB-2 applies when the position requires an advanced degree or you hold equivalent specialized credentials. Clarify which category your offer letter supports before your employer files the PERM application.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Search the DOL's OFLC disclosure database to find companies that have filed PERM applications for QA Specialist or QA Engineer roles. Employers already familiar with the process move faster and make fewer errors that delay your I-140 filing.
Audit your QA documentation before PERM starts
PERM requires your employer to define the exact minimum requirements for your role. Gather your degree certificates, any ISO or quality system certifications, and employment verification letters now so your credentials align precisely with the job description they post.
Use Migrate Mate to find green-card-sponsoring QA roles
Filter QA Specialist positions by green card sponsorship history directly on Migrate Mate. You'll see which employers have sponsored similar roles before, cutting out the guesswork of cold applications to companies unfamiliar with PERM.
Negotiate the green card timeline into your offer
Ask the employer to commit in writing to filing PERM within a defined window after your start date. Some QA candidates lose years of priority date progress when employers defer indefinitely, especially at companies that treat green card sponsorship as optional.
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Find Quality Assurance Specialist JobsQuality Assurance Specialist Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Quality Assurance Specialist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most QA Specialist positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled worker roles requiring a bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or a related field. EB-2 applies when the specific position requires an advanced degree or when you have specialized credentials and documented progressive experience that USCIS recognizes as the equivalent. Your employer's job description drives which category is available.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for QA roles?
H-1B is a temporary status capped at six years without an approved I-140, and you enter through an annual lottery. EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM has no annual lottery, leads to permanent residency, and isn't subject to the 85,000 H-1B cap. The tradeoff is a longer process: PERM recruitment, I-140 filing, and visa number availability can take two to four years or more before you reach adjustment of status.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for a QA Specialist position?
Your employer files a PERM application with the DOL demonstrating that no qualified, available U.S. worker applied for the role after a required recruitment campaign. The job description must reflect the actual minimum requirements of the QA position, not inflated credentials. DOL analyst review currently averages several months. Once certified, your employer files the I-140 petition with USCIS to establish your priority date.
How can I find QA Specialist jobs where the employer will sponsor a green card?
Search Migrate Mate to filter QA Specialist roles by employers with documented green card sponsorship history. Because PERM filings are public DOL records, Migrate Mate surfaces companies that have filed for similar roles before, so you spend your time on applications where sponsorship is already part of the employer's practice rather than something you'd need to introduce.
Can my ISO or quality systems certifications strengthen an EB-2 green card application?
Certifications like ASQ CQE, CQA, or IATF 16949 auditor credentials can support an EB-2 case if the employer's job description requires them and your experience is documented clearly. They don't replace the degree requirement but can bolster the argument that the position rises to an advanced-degree level of specialization. Your employer's attorney will assess whether the combination qualifies under EB-2 standards before filing.
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