Quality Assurance Specialist Jobs in New Jersey
Quality Assurance Specialist jobs in New Jersey are in steady demand across the state's pharmaceutical and life sciences corridor, medical device manufacturing, food processing, and financial services sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level inspector to senior QA manager. The heaviest hiring concentrates in the Parsippany-Troy Hills area, Princeton, and the Newark metro, where established names like Johnson & Johnson, Merck, and Becton Dickinson maintain significant operations. The most in-demand specialties are regulatory compliance, validation, and document control. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The incumbent is responsible for the management of all aspects of Quality Assurance and provides daily support and supervision to the Quality Assurance Specialists.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Project team member and primary customer contact for quality decisions and product oversight. Liaison for quality issues and execution of product release.
- Executes final release of product, ensuring batches meets all quality specifications and compliance requirements. Added responsibility for on-time release.
- Directs QA resources and workflow with Production and Shipping.
- Sets agenda scheduling and leads audits for external customers. Authors audit responses and ensures completion of associated CAPAs.
- Performs and trains QA staff on performing internal audits
- Provides QA leadership during technology transfers
- Integral to the management of regulatory agency inspections. Incumbent oversees flow of information, is responsible for responding to inquiries and developing strategy for risk mitigation.
- Prepares and tracks KPIs for upper management.
- Authors Standard Operating Procedures/Work Instructions and implements process changes.
- Decision-maker of quality requirements for change controls.
- Designs project scope and compliance requirements for Product and Equipment Validations, Qualifications and Assessments documents. Authors reports with scientifically sound conclusions.
- Acts as the primary liaison between QA and all other departments on day-to-day basis.
- Oversees the flow of logs and turnaround in the Department.
- Ensures QA requirements defined in Customer Quality Agreements are met.
- Acts as the primary contact for projects or issues that involve QA.
- Drives continuous improvement of GMP compliance and inspection readiness
- Participates in Inventory meetings.
- Prepares, reviews and approves Product Quality Reviews (PQRs) / Annual Product Reviews (APRs)
- Reviews and approves change controls and ensure compliance with global change control procedures
- Leads site readiness for regulatory inspections
- Reviews and approves Master Production Records as appropriate.
- Reviews and approves executed logs as appropriate.
- Reviews and approves deviations, investigation reports and CAPAs.
- Reviews and provides input to Drug Master Files (DMFs).
- Manages Customer complaints, inquiries and complete requests pertaining to QA.
- Participates in review and approval of all SOP’s that require QA signature.
- Ensures appropriate training and GMP awareness across site personnel
- Manages implementation and adherence to all applicable cGMP regulations.
- Oversees Quality Systems department
- Manages QA/QS budgets
- Ensures Environmental Monitoring (EM) for the site is on track
- Ensures that personal and departmental moral, ethical, legal, and behavioral conduct meets the Siegfried Code of Conduct.
- Adheres to all applicable SHE regulations.
SUPERVISION:
The incumbent directly supervises 5 to 10 QA/QS Specialists and is responsible for staffing, performance management, and training of the direct reports.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
-A BS degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or equivalent technical field and/or 5-10 years’ experience in Quality Assurance for a pharmaceutical company
-Two to five years of leadership experience is required. In-depth knowledge of cGMP in a manufacturing environment is a must.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
-Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
-Must be able to work efficiently with people of all levels and cultures.
-Must have excellent coaching and interpersonal relationship skills.
-Must be conscientious and detail-oriented.
-Must be a team player.
-Must be a self-starter and initiator.
-Must have excellent project management skills.
Additional Benefits
- Competitive performance-based bonus
- Employee Share Matching Plan
- 401(k) Match
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Offerings
- Life, Sickness and Accident insurance, and Long-term disability
- Increased Voluntary Life Insurance (employee and family) (optional)
- The salary for this role is anticipated to be between $105,000 and $135,000
Siegfried USA will explore and provide reasonable accommodations to assist any qualified individual with a disability in performing the essential functions of his/her job. Please speak with HR should you require an accommodation or have any questions
Pay: $105,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
The incumbent is responsible for the management of all aspects of Quality Assurance and provides daily support and supervision to the Quality Assurance Specialists.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Project team member and primary customer contact for quality decisions and product oversight. Liaison for quality issues and execution of product release.
- Executes final release of product, ensuring batches meets all quality specifications and compliance requirements. Added responsibility for on-time release.
- Directs QA resources and workflow with Production and Shipping.
- Sets agenda scheduling and leads audits for external customers. Authors audit responses and ensures completion of associated CAPAs.
- Performs and trains QA staff on performing internal audits
- Provides QA leadership during technology transfers
- Integral to the management of regulatory agency inspections. Incumbent oversees flow of information, is responsible for responding to inquiries and developing strategy for risk mitigation.
- Prepares and tracks KPIs for upper management.
- Authors Standard Operating Procedures/Work Instructions and implements process changes.
- Decision-maker of quality requirements for change controls.
- Designs project scope and compliance requirements for Product and Equipment Validations, Qualifications and Assessments documents. Authors reports with scientifically sound conclusions.
- Acts as the primary liaison between QA and all other departments on day-to-day basis.
- Oversees the flow of logs and turnaround in the Department.
- Ensures QA requirements defined in Customer Quality Agreements are met.
- Acts as the primary contact for projects or issues that involve QA.
- Drives continuous improvement of GMP compliance and inspection readiness
- Participates in Inventory meetings.
- Prepares, reviews and approves Product Quality Reviews (PQRs) / Annual Product Reviews (APRs)
- Reviews and approves change controls and ensure compliance with global change control procedures
- Leads site readiness for regulatory inspections
- Reviews and approves Master Production Records as appropriate.
- Reviews and approves executed logs as appropriate.
- Reviews and approves deviations, investigation reports and CAPAs.
- Reviews and provides input to Drug Master Files (DMFs).
- Manages Customer complaints, inquiries and complete requests pertaining to QA.
- Participates in review and approval of all SOP’s that require QA signature.
- Ensures appropriate training and GMP awareness across site personnel
- Manages implementation and adherence to all applicable cGMP regulations.
- Oversees Quality Systems department
- Manages QA/QS budgets
- Ensures Environmental Monitoring (EM) for the site is on track
- Ensures that personal and departmental moral, ethical, legal, and behavioral conduct meets the Siegfried Code of Conduct.
- Adheres to all applicable SHE regulations.
SUPERVISION:
The incumbent directly supervises 5 to 10 QA/QS Specialists and is responsible for staffing, performance management, and training of the direct reports.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
-A BS degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or equivalent technical field and/or 5-10 years’ experience in Quality Assurance for a pharmaceutical company
-Two to five years of leadership experience is required. In-depth knowledge of cGMP in a manufacturing environment is a must.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
-Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
-Must be able to work efficiently with people of all levels and cultures.
-Must have excellent coaching and interpersonal relationship skills.
-Must be conscientious and detail-oriented.
-Must be a team player.
-Must be a self-starter and initiator.
-Must have excellent project management skills.
Additional Benefits
- Competitive performance-based bonus
- Employee Share Matching Plan
- 401(k) Match
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Offerings
- Life, Sickness and Accident insurance, and Long-term disability
- Increased Voluntary Life Insurance (employee and family) (optional)
- The salary for this role is anticipated to be between $105,000 and $135,000
Siegfried USA will explore and provide reasonable accommodations to assist any qualified individual with a disability in performing the essential functions of his/her job. Please speak with HR should you require an accommodation or have any questions
Pay: $105,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Medical Devices
- Science & Research
- Retail
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What New Jersey Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality assurance specialist jobs across New Jersey.
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, engineering, chemistry, or a related technical field
- Hands-on experience with GMP, GLP, or ISO quality management systems
- Proficiency in document control, deviation management, and CAPA processes
- Familiarity with FDA regulatory requirements and pharmaceutical or medical device standards
- Experience using quality management software such as Veeva, MasterControl, or TrackWise
- Strong written communication skills for preparing SOPs, audit reports, and quality records
Quality Assurance Specialist Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality assurance specialist in New Jersey?
Most quality assurance specialist positions in New Jersey require a bachelor's degree in a life sciences, engineering, or technical discipline, which aligns with the state's concentration of pharmaceutical and medical device employers. New Jersey does not issue a state license for the role itself, but industry certifications such as the ASQ Certified Quality Auditor or Certified Quality Engineer are recognized by many New Jersey employers. Candidates who gain experience with GMP environments or FDA-regulated facilities through internships or entry-level lab roles are strongly positioned.
Which companies hire quality assurance specialists in New Jersey?
Employers hiring quality assurance specialists in New Jersey right now include Integra LifeSciences, Amneal Pharmaceuticals, and SGS, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. New Jersey's dense concentration of pharmaceutical headquarters and contract manufacturing organizations means quality assurance roles here tend to be highly specialized and closely tied to FDA regulatory work.
Which New Jersey cities have the most quality assurance specialist jobs?
The cities with the most quality assurance specialist openings in New Jersey are Princeton, Pennington, and Clifton. This distribution reflects the state's pharmaceutical and life sciences corridor running through central and northern New Jersey, where large corporate campuses and manufacturing sites anchor consistent hiring, while the Newark area adds demand from medical device, food, and logistics companies.
Are there remote quality assurance specialist jobs in New Jersey?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely analytical roles because quality assurance work often involves on-site inspections, lab oversight, and hands-on audits. About 37% of quality assurance specialist openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which reflects meaningful but selective flexibility. The parts of the role most likely to go remote are document review, supplier quality oversight, and regulatory writing.
How can I get hired as a quality assurance specialist in New Jersey with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a quality technician or QA associate role at one of New Jersey's contract pharmaceutical manufacturers or medical device companies, where smaller teams often hire candidates with a relevant degree and train them on GMP processes. Large employers across the central New Jersey pharmaceutical corridor regularly bring in recent graduates through co-op programs and rotational tracks. Earning an ASQ entry-level certification or completing a validation or regulatory affairs certificate program through Rutgers or a similar New Jersey institution gives candidates a concrete edge over others applying without direct experience.
Where can I find and apply to quality assurance specialist jobs in New Jersey?
You can find and apply to quality assurance specialist jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings for roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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