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Butler America Aerospace

Quality Specialist

Guadalupe, AZ · On-site

$25 - $27/hr

Quality Specialist Location: Phoenix, AZ Job ID: #73044 Pay Range: $25-27 ph (W2) Duration: 6 mos ... This role works closely with operations, engineering, and cross-functional teams to monitor quality ...

Butler America Aerospace

Quality Specialist

Guadalupe, AZ · On-site

$25 - $27/hr

Quality Specialist Location: Phoenix, AZ Job ID: #73044 Pay Range: $25-27 ph (W2) Duration: 6 mos ... This role works closely with operations, engineering, and cross-functional teams to monitor quality ...

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New Albany, OH · On-site

Quality Specialist - JLL What this job involves: The Quality Specialist provides comprehensive ... Ensure all maintenance operations comply with FDA, EU, and other applicable regulatory expectations.

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Position?Description The Quality Specialist serves as an internal consultant to lead, define ... Qualifications * 1-5 years of operations experience in a Quality Assurance and/or Quality Control ...

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The Quality Specialist will support critical Quality Assurance and Quality Control functions as ... Within papermaking operations, supports studies and optimization of all unit operations, stock ...

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$70K - $78K/yr

Quality Specialist Full-time Regular Professional Santa Barbara, CA, US 7 days ago Requisition ID ... operational effectiveness, and quality outcomes. * Support change management activities by ...

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How much do operational quality specialist jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for operational quality specialist in the United States is $34.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.44 and $40.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Operational Quality Specialist vs Quality Assurance Analyst?

AspectOperational Quality SpecialistQuality Assurance Analyst
CertificationsISO, Six Sigma, Lean certificationsISO, Six Sigma, Lean certifications
Work EnvironmentManufacturing, production, or service operationsSoftware, product testing, or service delivery
Employer & IndustryManufacturing, healthcare, logisticsIT, software development, tech companies

The Operational Quality Specialist focuses on improving processes and ensuring quality in operational settings like manufacturing or healthcare. In contrast, a Quality Assurance Analyst primarily tests and verifies products or software to meet quality standards. Both roles require similar certifications and are vital for maintaining quality, but they differ in their specific focus areas and work environments.

What skills do you need to be an operational quality specialist?

An operational quality specialist needs strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of quality management systems. They should be proficient in data analysis tools, have good communication skills, and understand industry standards and regulations to ensure processes meet quality requirements.

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Infographic showing various Operational Quality Specialist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,616 per year, or $34.4 per hour.

GMP Operational Quality Sr. Specialist (Contract) 499

Boston, MA • On-site

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
Biotechnology Research and Development • 1 - 5K employees
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$55 - $65/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Vertex Pharmaceuticals rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

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Job description


The GMP Operational Sr. Quality Specialist recognized as a subject matter expert in the principles and application of quality assurance and compliance. The Sr. Quality Specialist coordinates GMP activities in support of commercial disposition. This position reports directly to Senior Manager, GMP Operational Quality.
*** The ideal candidate will have experience in QA and be familiar with review/approval of Investigations, Deviations, Change Controls and CAPAs. Small molecule analytical testing is a plus and any analytical experience before transitioning to QA (compliance). ***
Key Responsibilities:
The responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Participates in cross-functional teams as a Quality technical resource responsible for providing quality oversight and support to manufacturing operations within Vertex or at contracted suppliers
  • Drafts and enforces Quality Agreements between CMOs/Suppliers and Vertex, as needed
  • Assists Change Control owners with ensuring compliance to change procedure requirements
  • Assesses and approves change controls
  • Supports quality investigations /deviations and reviews corrective action plans for adequacy and compliance. This includes root cause analysis and product impact assessments for investigations resulting from deviations and OOS.
  • Ensures appropriate CAPA actions are identified and addressed.
  • Approves investigations/CAPAs.
  • Identify and facilitate continuous improvement efforts
  • Maintains Quality Metrics to support on time release deliverables
  • Conducts GMP document review, including Master Batch Records, Executed Batch Records, Validation Protocols and Reports
  • Performs disposition activities in support of Commercial Stability products
  • Identify and communicate risks and assist with risk mitigation plans as necessary
  • Supports internal audit or external audit programs
  • Manages audit CAPAs & metrics

Minimum qualifications:
Knowledge and Skills:
  • Demonstrated ability to support evaluation of quality matters and solve straightforward problems using technical experience and judgement based on precedent
  • Proficient in leading event investigations, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and CAPA
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet quality, accuracy, and timeliness objectives
  • Expanded conceptual knowledge of cGMP's in a pharmaceutical setting
  • Experience supporting multiple projects/teams within stated objectives and timelines
  • Experience supporting cross-functional team members and collaborate effectively
  • Good communication skills (written and verbal) and the ability to exchange potentially complex information
  • Able to integrate activities with other groups, departments and project teams as needed

Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in a scientific or allied health field with 3+ years of relevant work experience.
  • Experience providing Quality support and oversight of GMP manufacturing operation including batch release
  • Experience with drug substance and drug product (oral solid dosage forms preferred) development and manufacturing with proficient knowledge in a pharmaceutical setting
  • Knowledge of cGMP requirements governing oral drug products manufacturing practices

Pay Range
$55-65/hr
Requisition Disclaimer
This job posting is for a temporary role with a third-party agency partner on assignment at Vertex Pharmaceuticals ("Vertex"). The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of a third- party agency partner; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by the third-party agency partner upon offer. The pay rate range provided is a reasonable estimate of the anticipated compensation range for this job at the time of posting. The actual pay rate will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, location and/or being pursued and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition, this role will be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements
By applying for this position, you agree to the Atrium Terms and Conditions and you direct Atrium to share your application materials, which may include your CV/Resume, email address or phone number, with Vertex. For more information on how Vertex handles your personal data related to your job application, please see Vertex's Careers Privacy Notice. Agreeing to the Atrium Terms and Conditions, includes permission to use the email address and mobile phone number you provide during the application process or throughout the duration of your prospective or actual employment to notify you of job openings, profiles, articles, news, and other employment-related information, as well as to notify you of special promotions or additional products and services offered by us or our affiliates and partners
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If you do not agree with the Atrium Terms and Conditions, you can still complete your application for this position by emailing your resume to our team at tempstaffing@vrtx.com. Please include the job title in the subject of your email.
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