Quality Assurance Specialist (QA Specialist)
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Job Type: Contract
Company: IDR
Category: Quality Assurance
Job Description Apply Now
The Quality Assurance Specialist (QA Specialist) position offers an exciting opportunity for professionals passionate about maintaining exceptional standards in manufacturing and distribution environments. As a QA Specialist, you will play a critical role in ensuring product quality, compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), and regulatory adherence. This full-time position is central to supporting operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives, while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams. The role is based in Fort Worth, TX, which is known for its vibrant community and growing industry presence, making it an attractive location for career advancement in quality assurance.
The Quality Assurance Specialist (QA Specialist) is responsible for overseeing and enhancing quality assurance processes throughout the facility. You will be accountable for conducting independent reviews and providing oversight in areas including critical utilities such as automation, equipment, and HVAC systems. Additional responsibilities extend to warehouse, distribution, inspection, labeling, packaging, batch disposition, and new product introductions. This position requires a thorough understanding of industry best practices and the ability to implement and sustain effective quality assurance programs. The QA Specialist (QA Specialist) will be a key subject matter expert, particularly in Trackwise, supporting investigations, root cause analysis, and resolution of deviations, complaints, and distribution events.
In this role, you will leverage your expertise in GXP regulations and auditing techniques to identify gaps, drive process improvements, and ensure the highest levels of product safety and efficacy. The QA Specialist (QA Specialist) will also serve as the main point of contact for quality assurance in logistics, facilitating effective communication and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in quality assurance, with a strong background in Trackwise, GXP regulations, and continuous improvement methodologies, such as a Yellow Belt certification or higher. This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to a collaborative, team-oriented culture committed to excellence and innovation in quality management.
Quality Assurance Specialist (QA Specialist) - Summary- Lead and manage quality assurance activities across all areas of manufacturing and distribution
- Ensure compliance with cGMP and regulatory requirements
- Act as a subject matter expert in Trackwise, supporting investigations and root cause analysis
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives and maintain robust quality systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support new product introductions and batch disposition
- Provide independent quality assurance oversight for critical utilities, equipment, HVAC, and automation systems
- Monitor and review warehouse, distribution, inspection, labeling, and packaging operations
- Conduct root cause analysis for deviations, complaints, and distribution events using Trackwise
- Support the implementation and maintenance of GXP regulations
- Perform audits and assessments to identify gaps and recommend corrective actions
- Serve as the quality assurance point of contact for logistics and supply chain operations
- Contribute to continuous improvement projects; utilize process improvement certifications (e.g., Yellow Belt or higher)
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and compliant batch disposition
- Assist with new product introduction processes, ensuring adherence to quality standards
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
- Employee Stock Ownership Program
- Supportive, team-oriented work culture
- Opportunities for career growth within an industry-leading organization
- Dedicated engagement manager committed to your professional success
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a quality assurance role in manufacturing or distribution
- At least 3 years of experience as a Trackwise subject matter expert (SME), including managing deviations, complaints, and distribution events
- 3+ years of hands-on experience working with GXP regulations
- Proficiency in auditing techniques and quality system assessments
- Experience as a QA point of contact in logistics environments
- Continuous Improvement Certification: Yellow Belt or higher
- Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of cGMP, GXP, and quality systems
- Proficient in Trackwise and root cause analysis methodologies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
- Passion for continuous improvement and process optimization
- Experience thriving in a collaborative, team-based environment
- Company recognized for over 20 years of experience and numerous industry awards
- Commitment to diversity and inclusion in all hiring and employment practices
- Legal compliance with all federal and state civil rights and equal opportunity employment laws
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. You may access this form here.
If you are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for quality assurance and continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply today for the Quality Assurance Specialist (QA Specialist) position by clicking the job application button. Take the next step in your career and join a company committed to excellence, innovation, and employee success in Fort Worth, TX.