Quality Assurance Specialist Jobs in California
Quality Assurance Specialist jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with strong demand across life sciences, semiconductor manufacturing, medical devices, food and beverage production, and enterprise software, at every level from entry-level inspector through senior QA engineer. The largest concentrations of openings are in the San Francisco Bay Area, San Diego, and Los Angeles, where employers such as Abbott Laboratories, Genentech, and Intel have long-established California operations and consistent QA hiring needs. The most in-demand specialties are pharmaceutical and FDA-regulated product QA, software quality assurance, and quality systems management under ISO and cGMP frameworks. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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This position will support the daily Quality Assurance activities related to GMP manufacturing for cell therapy products. This position will also support the implementation of quality systems in compliance with cGMPs and other Company policies.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform compliance review of batch production records for GMP manufactured clinical products including QC release testing, labeling, packaging, and supporting documentation.
- Perform final review of room, equipment, and facility records and associated support systems to release areas for cGMP operations.
- Perform review of documentation to determine release status. Approve material for release or nonconformance investigation.
- Support routine in-phase inspections during clinical product manufacturing including but not limited to line clearances, product inspections, and packaging operations.
- Support receipt, inspection and release of raw materials and components.
- Assist with deviation investigations and resolution of minor discrepancies relating to manufactured products and raw materials.
- Review equipment documentation such as activity logs, chart recorders, calibration records, IQ/OQ/PQ, etc.
- Support the implementation and maintenance of QA databases and other electronic systems.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree; A minimum of two years of related experience and/or training;
- Previous and substantial GMP experience is required, as is prior knowledge of word processing, database management, and record-keeping.
Mental Demands:
- Ability to organize/coordinate
- Problem Solve
- Perform with frequent interruptions
- Comprehend and follow instructions
- Make decisions using sound judgment
Physical Demands:
- Good eye/hand coordination
- Use keyboard/computer/phone
- Repetitive movement activities
Work Environment:
- Regular and predictable attendance
- Work Onsite. Sunday – Thursday, 08:00am to 05:00pm, however, flexibility is expected to meet evolving business and department needs.
- Work in restricted access to laboratory area
The hiring range for this position is expected to fall between $98,354 - $115,710/year, reflecting the range candidates can reasonably expect to be considered for at time of offer, based on factors such as experience, internal equity, and qualifications.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of considerations, including but not limited to internal equity, experience, education, specialization, skills, abilities, and training. The above range represents the Company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting.
In addition to your salary, the Company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, vision, and dental insurance, as well as a 401(k) plan. All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. Certain positions may also be eligible for additional compensation such as bonuses or commissions.
Miltenyi Biotec is an EO Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
Miltenyi Biotec, Inc. participates in E-Verify.
Are you ready to start revolutionizing biomedical research? When you join Miltenyi Biotec, you join a family that is passionate about making a real impact – one breakthrough at a time. One integral division of that Miltenyi Biotec family is Miltenyi Bioindustry — our contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO). As a full-scale CDMO, we provide customers with services for the development and manufacturing of lentiviral vectors and cell and gene therapy products. This crucial arm of our enterprise bridges the gap between research and mass bioproduction, ensuring that our solutions are accessible on a global scale. Miltenyi Bioindustry plays a unique role as both the producer and the service provider, relying on our instruments and reagents for each workflow step, controlling the entire supply chain and thus delivering greater security and planning clarity to our customers.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Your Role:
This position will support the daily Quality Assurance activities related to GMP manufacturing for cell therapy products. This position will also support the implementation of quality systems in compliance with cGMPs and other Company policies.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform compliance review of batch production records for GMP manufactured clinical products including QC release testing, labeling, packaging, and supporting documentation.
- Perform final review of room, equipment, and facility records and associated support systems to release areas for cGMP operations.
- Perform review of documentation to determine release status. Approve material for release or nonconformance investigation.
- Support routine in-phase inspections during clinical product manufacturing including but not limited to line clearances, product inspections, and packaging operations.
- Support receipt, inspection and release of raw materials and components.
- Assist with deviation investigations and resolution of minor discrepancies relating to manufactured products and raw materials.
- Review equipment documentation such as activity logs, chart recorders, calibration records, IQ/OQ/PQ, etc.
- Support the implementation and maintenance of QA databases and other electronic systems.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree; A minimum of two years of related experience and/or training;
- Previous and substantial GMP experience is required, as is prior knowledge of word processing, database management, and record-keeping.
Mental Demands:
- Ability to organize/coordinate
- Problem Solve
- Perform with frequent interruptions
- Comprehend and follow instructions
- Make decisions using sound judgment
Physical Demands:
- Good eye/hand coordination
- Use keyboard/computer/phone
- Repetitive movement activities
Work Environment:
- Regular and predictable attendance
- Work Onsite. Sunday – Thursday, 08:00am to 05:00pm, however, flexibility is expected to meet evolving business and department needs.
- Work in restricted access to laboratory area
The hiring range for this position is expected to fall between $98,354 - $115,710/year, reflecting the range candidates can reasonably expect to be considered for at time of offer, based on factors such as experience, internal equity, and qualifications.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of considerations, including but not limited to internal equity, experience, education, specialization, skills, abilities, and training. The above range represents the Company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting.
In addition to your salary, the Company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, vision, and dental insurance, as well as a 401(k) plan. All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. Certain positions may also be eligible for additional compensation such as bonuses or commissions.
Miltenyi Biotec is an EO Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
Miltenyi Biotec, Inc. participates in E-Verify.
Are you ready to start revolutionizing biomedical research? When you join Miltenyi Biotec, you join a family that is passionate about making a real impact – one breakthrough at a time. One integral division of that Miltenyi Biotec family is Miltenyi Bioindustry — our contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO). As a full-scale CDMO, we provide customers with services for the development and manufacturing of lentiviral vectors and cell and gene therapy products. This crucial arm of our enterprise bridges the gap between research and mass bioproduction, ensuring that our solutions are accessible on a global scale. Miltenyi Bioindustry plays a unique role as both the producer and the service provider, relying on our instruments and reagents for each workflow step, controlling the entire supply chain and thus delivering greater security and planning clarity to our customers.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality assurance specialist jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, engineering, or a related technical field
- Working knowledge of FDA regulations, cGMP, or ISO 9001 quality standards
- Experience with quality management systems such as TrackWise, Veeva, or MasterControl
- Proficiency in root cause analysis, CAPA, and audit preparation processes
- Familiarity with California-specific regulatory requirements for medical device or pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Strong written communication skills for authoring SOPs, deviation reports, and batch records
Quality Assurance Specialist Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality assurance specialist in California?
Most quality assurance specialist roles in California require a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as biology, chemistry, engineering, or computer science. California does not issue a state license specific to QA specialists, but many employers in regulated industries require credentials such as the ASQ Certified Quality Auditor or Certified Quality Engineer. In pharmaceutical and biotech roles, demonstrated knowledge of FDA regulations and cGMP is treated as an essential qualification alongside formal education.
Which companies hire quality assurance specialists in California?
Employers hiring quality assurance specialists in California right now include RIMEPRO, Gilead Sciences, and Operation Support, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's concentration of biotech, medical device, and semiconductor firms means QA hiring here tends to be deeper and more technically specialized than in most other states.
Which California cities have the most quality assurance specialist jobs?
The California cities with the most quality assurance specialist openings are San Diego, Los Angeles, and Irvine. The Bay Area leads because of its density of biotech, semiconductor, and enterprise software companies, while San Diego's large medical device and pharmaceutical cluster drives consistent demand there, and Los Angeles adds volume through its aerospace, food manufacturing, and healthcare sectors.
Are there remote quality assurance specialist jobs in California?
Yes, but they are more selective than in purely desk-based fields, since many QA roles require on-site access to labs, manufacturing floors, or physical product. About 35% of quality assurance specialist openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote options most common in software QA, quality systems administration, and audit coordination roles that do not require hands-on product inspection.
How can I get hired as a quality assurance specialist in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a QA associate or quality technician role, which large California biotech and pharmaceutical employers such as Genentech, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and Boston Scientific regularly post for candidates without prior QA experience. Internship and rotational programs at these companies are designed for recent graduates. An ASQ Certified Quality Process Analyst credential or coursework in FDA regulations and ISO standards gives a candidate a concrete edge when competing for these entry-level openings.
Where can I find and apply to quality assurance specialist jobs in California?
You can find and apply to quality assurance specialist jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries including biotech, medical devices, semiconductor manufacturing, software, and food production. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly from the listings.
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