

New · posted Oct 27
Genentech · Biotechnology
Manufacturing Quality Assurance Associate II
- Oceanside, CA
- On-site
- Full-time
- Associate & Specialist
The role
As an MQA Associate II you will leverage your strong technical background to resolve issues and devise innovative solutions, ensuring our Oceanside products consistently meet both customer and regulatory requirements. You will also spearhead process improvements, participate in strategic initiatives, and build productive working relationships within the company. Your responsibilities will include overseeing manufacturing documentation, managing deviations, and ensuring our facilities and operational systems align with approved SOPs and cGMP standards. Additionally, you will:
- Perform higher-level interactions with multiple Genentech departments to resolve any GMP issues observed during manufacturing processes.
- Perform batch record and batch report review and approval.
- Participate in cross-functional team meetings for such events as process improvement and/or operational activities as a QA representative.
- Provide Quality Assurance support for resolving raw material, in-process material, bulk and final product, environmental, and system issues.
- Provide QA oversight of deviations, working with deviation owners to ensure all requirements are met for closure.
- Review final evaluations and written summaries that assess product quality impact consistent with Roche and regulatory standards, recommending material dispositions, and identifying timely corrective actions.
- Participate in routine/non-routine meetings and projects with groups to communicate and resolve system and quality issues tied to deviations and improvement projects.
- Support FDA/Regulatory and internal inspection activities, as needed.
- Write and revise SOPs, including Change Control activities. Assess and approve changes associated with Change Control activities.
Are you passionate about ensuring the highest quality standards in manufacturing processes? We are seeking a dedicated and technically adept Manufacturing Quality Assurance (MQA) Associate II professional to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will provide critical QA support and oversight to ensure compliance with good business practices and all applicable health authority regulations.
Please note there are 2 on-site positions available (Sunday-Wednesday, Wednesday-Saturday), which can be a day or swing schedule (4 days x 10 hours) based on business need.
What you need
- You possess a Bachelor's degree (Biology or Biochemistry preferred) and a minimum of 4 years of relevant of pharmaceutical industry experience.
- You have comprehensive knowledge of GMPs, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Quality Systems, and general compliance principles.
- You have demonstrated understanding of Quality Assurance, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Health Authority Regulations, and Validation principles/practices.
- You possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to resolve conflicts calmly, diplomatically, and tactfully in team settings.
- You have a demonstrated ability to independently manage and influence multiple projects simultaneously.
- You are proficient in utilizing computer-based systems.
Pay and benefits
$67,300 – $124,900 a year
Employer providedThe expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $67,300 - $124,900 Annual. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.
Relocation benefits
Discretionary annual bonus
Company benefits package
Where you'll work
Oceanside, CAOn-siteOpen in Maps (opens in a new tab)
More jobs in Oceanside, CAWorking conditions
Work Environment/Physical Demands/Safety Considerations
- The essential functions of this role will be in an office environment.
- The essential functions of this role requires gowning in the form of hospital scrubs, bunny suits, gloves, and steel toe boots be worn. Note: No makeup or jewelry may be worn when working in the clean room environment.
- You may be exposed to hazardous materials and chemicals.
- You may be required to lift up to 30lbs.
Relocation benefits are not available for this posting.
This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.
Benefits
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Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.
Job intelligence
The context around this role
Live data · October 28, 2026
Salary intelligence
How the pay compares
This role's midpoint is 19% above the US median for Quality Assurance roles at this level.
This roleEmployer provided
Associate & Specialist roles in California32 roles publishing pay
Associate & Specialist roles in the US181 roles publishing pay
| Annual base pay | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| This role | $67,300 | — | $124,900 |
| California (middle half) | $75,250 | $85,250 | $95,250 |
| All US (middle half) | $59,000 | $81,000 | $95,500 |
This role: Genentech's own published range. Comparisons: the base pay employers published on open Quality Assurance roles at the same level on Regulatory Jobs, October 28, 2026. Nothing is estimated.
Career trajectory
Where this role sits in Quality Assurance
The general path across 961 open Quality Assurance roles on Regulatory Jobs, with the titles they carry most. Not Genentech's own promotion track.
Career resources on Quality Assurance
Skills DNA
What this role leans on
How many of the posting's 18 duty, requirement and summary lines touch each area. The posting's emphasis, not a proficiency score.
- GMP and compliance6
- Documentation and SOPs4
- Quality systems and risk4
- Collaboration and leadership4
- Investigations and CAPA3
- Regulatory submissions2
- Validation and qualification1
- Data and digital systems1
Regulatory intelligence
The rules behind this role
Frameworks and standards this posting's work falls under, matched from its own words, each linked to the official source.
From Regulatory News
Manufacturing and quality coverage for this professionCompany hiring pulse
Genentech on Regulatory Jobs
- 22
- Open roles
- 21
- Distinct roles
- 5
- Locations
By discipline
- Quality14 64%
- Compliance & Safety5 23%
- Regulatory3 14%
By level
- Senior & Principal17 77%
- Director3 14%
- Manager1 5%
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Manufacturing Quality Assurance Associate II at Genentech
Applications close November 2. $67K–$125K a year, employer provided.

