QA Technician III

• Consistent application of Quality System standards to assigned area
• Develops solutions to routine assigned activities of limited to moderate scope & complexity
• Follows applicable Company / Unit procedures and may make updates to procedures and policies
• Proactively manages group and/or personal metrics to ensure goals are tracked and met
• Works within and across functions for assigned Quality systems
• Monitors and plans daily workload in the most efficient/productive manner
• Provides guidance to Manufacturing associates to ensure adherence to Quality System Procedures as needed
• Communicates the need for standards and process compliance to members of functional area
• Effectively collaborates with functional group
• Communicates issues related to lack of resources to managers in a proactive manner
• Initiates Nonconforming Material reports and/or Planned Deviations as needed
• Participates in and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives
• Prepares and distributes Quality Metrics related to the result of final inspection
• Acts objectively in solving problems
• Keeps manager informed of important changes/issues affecting Finished Product release or quality issues arising from the Mfg floor
• Work cross-functionally to expedite urgent batches to FGI
• Review and write procedures and SOP’s
• Initiate ECRs as needed
• Assist in troubleshooting inspection process-oriented problems
• Assist in the development and evaluation of new processes and procedures
• Analyzes existing processes and procedures to suggest continual improvements
• Follows BD Biosciences Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) policies and procedures
• Supports internal customers: Operations, R&D, Production Planning, Quality Engineers, and Logistics
• Performs other related duties and assignments as required

• High school diploma
• Daily working knowledge of SAP
• Computer skills required, such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and the use of email
• Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Medical Device, Regulatory, or QA experience preferred
• Limited / Basic application of Quality systems principles and concepts ( e.g. Document control, Complaint Mgt or other broad Quality Systems area)
• Basic knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and other applicable regulatory bodies
• Limited/Basic application of Quality Systems principles and applicable Regulatory and/or Business requirements
• Self-driven and detail oriented
• Able to work independently and with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated ability to perform detail-oriented work with high degree of accuracy
• Effective time management skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Effective organization, planning, and prioritization skills
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to follow established policies and procedures
• Must be able to lift 35 pounds
• Must be able to work in different temperature environments (Ambient, 4C, -20C, -80C)
• Local drive or transportation may be required between different BD Biosciences San Diego facilities

Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Medical Device, Regulatory, or QA experience preferred