Senior Associate Quality Assurance

Amgen
Thousand Oaks, CA, United States
6 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Spreadsheets Databases Document Management Systems

Job description

  • Responsible for sampling and inspection of raw materials and components
  • Performing quality review of documentation for assigned functions (e.g. equipment and maintenance records).
  • Lead small projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Operation and maintenance of instruments and equipment associated with sampling, e.g., Toledo balance, drum lift, pallet jack, etc.
  • Maneuvering of large drums required.
  • Responsible for the maintenance of training records, recording and computing data.
  • Ability to maneuver 50+ pounds
  • General understanding of aseptic techniques, cGMPs, gowning, sampling procedures and safety guidelines

Requirements

Lets do this. Lets change the world! The role is fully onsite in Thousand Oaks, CA, and requires the ability to lift 30+ pounds and pass a vision assessment for inspection work. Candidates must be comfortable working with raw materials and components, mainly chemicals, and may have to work in the sampling suite for extended periods of time. Previous experience with GMP is a plus but not mandatory, as training can be provided. Candidates of all backgrounds and experience levels will be considered if they demonstrate the right attitude and interest in the role., * Work as a team player and/or independently

  • Multi-task and basic problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication, both written and verbal
  • Proficient computer skills (i.e. documentation systems, databases and spreadsheets).
  • Strong attention to detail and effective time management skills, * High school/GED + 4 years of Quality experience OR
  • Associates + 2 years of Quality experience OR
  • Bachelors degree and 6 months of Quality or Operations experience
  • Master’s degree, * Bachelors degree
  • Prior GMP experience
  • Previous experience using production/warehouse equipment
  • Familiarity with inspection equipment

Benefits & conditions

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:

  • A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
  • A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
  • Stock-based long-term incentives
  • Award-winning time-off plans
  • Flexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.

About the company

At Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all that we do.

Since 1980, weve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity-related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, youll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career., As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease., We are all different, yet we have this in common: our mission to serve patients. This sense of shared purpose is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. It guides us as we continue to launch new medicines and reach millions of patients worldwide.

We live the mission.

We win together.

We thrive on continual challenge.

Our team of 22,000+ scientists and professionals worldwide bring distinct perspectives and experiences to all we do. We leverage our global talent to achieve together-to research, manufacture and deliver ever-better products and greater depth to our mission.

At Amgen, there is a strong correlation between our high level of diversity and performance. Because addressing issues with a wider range of perspectives and approaches leads to more creative problem-solving. Together, we’re transforming the promise of science and biotechnology into therapies that have the power to restore health.

Connect with us to explore how you can Win, Live, and Thrive at Amgen.

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