Quality Assurance Specialist
Location: Leesburg, VA
Company: VB Spine
Looking for a career where your work truly matters? At VB Spine, you’ll be part of a mission-focused team that supports surgeons during life-changing spinal procedures. We’re seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Specialist to help ensure our products and processes meet the highest standards of quality and compliance. In this role, you’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain quality systems, support audits, and drive continuous improvement across operations—all to ensure patient safety and regulatory excellence.
What You’ll Do:
• Develop and review Quality and Operational documents, including SOPs, manufacturing records, test reports, and inspection records.
• Coordinate routine microbiological testing (in-process and finished product) to verify compliance with specifications.
• Maintain purchasing controls and supplier quality agreements to support quality system compliance.
• Assist in investigations of non-conforming products and related corrective actions.
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation, responding to findings, and assisting with follow-up.
• Participate in change control processes and quality system improvement activities.
• Collaborate closely with Production, QC, Regulatory Affairs, R&D, and Supply Chain to embed quality considerations across all phases of the product lifecycle.
• Perform inspections of incoming materials, in-process stages, and final products as needed.
• Support Quality Awareness Tests, Process Improvement Reviews, and supplier document management.
• Lead or assist with continuous improvement initiatives within operations.
What You Bring:
• Bachelor’s degree in science or related discipline required.
• Experience in a manufacturing or regulated industry preferred.
• Exposure to U.S. and international medical device regulations a plus.
• Basic knowledge of Quality Systems (e.g., CAPA, audits, Management Review, Quality Planning).
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated cross-functional teamwork.
• Basic project management abilities; organized, detail-oriented, and proactive.
• Comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities.
• Ability to read mechanical blueprints and interpret ANSI Y14.5 Geometric Tolerancing.
• Familiarity with machining processes preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, ERP systems, and document control software.
• Comfortable working within integrated IS systems and ERP environments.
• Strong presentation and report-writing skills.
Why VB Spine?
We believe in growing talent from within. At VB Spine, you’ll join a high-performing team, benefit from peer and executive mentorship, and play a key role in ensuring product quality and patient safety. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute directly to process improvements and operational excellence in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Compensation:
Pay for this role is competitive and based on experience, with additional factors like qualifications and performance taken into account. The typical pay range for this position is $80,000 – $95,000 annually, with potential for bonuses and incentives plus benefits. Final compensation is determined on a case-by-case basis and considers experience level, skillset, and market conditions.
Benefits Include:
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to grow within a fast-paced, dynamic company