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Labeling Documentation Specialist

Actalent

Carlsbad, CAContract / Temporary$25–32/hrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$25–32/hr
Location
Carlsbad, CA
Schedule
Contract / Temporary
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Labeling Documentation Specialist supports product labeling, document control, and change management in a regulated medical device environment. The role maintains labeling documentation, coordinates change orders, manages product data, and supports quality and regulatory compliance. It works with cross-functional teams and large datasets, with a focus on accurate documentation, process improvement, and controlled workflows.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Document ControlChange ControlLabeling DocumentationDocument Workflow ManagementElectronic Document Management SystemsQuality Management SystemsMicrosoft ExcelPivot TablesVLOOKUP/XLOOKUPData AnalysisData CleansingLarge Dataset ManagementDocument Approval CoordinationChange ImplementationAttention to DetailWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationPriority ManagementOracle OCPLMProduct Lifecycle Management SystemsProduct Data Management PlatformsMasterControlFDA Regulations21 CFR Part 820ISO Quality Management SystemsDocument Control Best PracticesLabeling OperationsRegulatory DocumentationQuality SystemsContinuous ImprovementLeanData AccuracyCross-Functional CollaborationOrganizationProblem Solving

Qualifications

Associate Degree or Equivalent Professional ExperienceBachelor's in Biology, Biotechnology, Engineering, Life Sciences, or Related Field

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Labeling Documentation SpecialistAbout the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Labeling Documentation Specialist to support product labeling, document control, and change management activities within a regulated medical device environment. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining labeling documentation, coordinating change orders, managing product data, and ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.

This position is ideal for someone with experience in document control, quality systems, labeling operations, change control, or regulatory documentation who enjoys working with complex data, cross-functional teams, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Review, update, and maintain product labeling documentation to ensure accuracy, consistency, and regulatory compliance.

  • Coordinate label-related change orders and change requests through electronic document management systems (EDMS).

  • Manage document workflows, approvals, revisions, and implementation activities across cross-functional teams.

  • Support updates to labels, Bills of Materials (BOMs), batch records, and related controlled documentation.

  • Analyze and maintain large datasets using Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data validation tools.

  • Upload, maintain, and verify product and labeling information within Oracle OCPLM and related systems.

  • Ensure data integrity and alignment between product records, labeling documentation, and quality system requirements.

  • Collaborate with Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, Documentation, and Labeling teams to support business objectives.

  • Identify opportunities to improve documentation processes, standardize label templates, and reduce errors.

  • Support compliance initiatives related to FDA regulations, hazard communication, and Quality Management Systems (QMS).

  • Participate in Lean and continuous improvement activities to enhance labeling and documentation workflows.

  • Track project milestones, provide status updates, and effectively communicate with stakeholders.

Must-Have Qualifications

  • Experience supporting document control, change control, or labeling documentation processes within a regulated environment.

  • Experience managing documentation workflows through an Electronic Document Management System (EDMS) or Quality Management System (QMS).

  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including:

  • Pivot Tables

  • VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP

  • Data analysis and data cleansing

  • Large dataset management

  • Experience coordinating document approvals and change implementation across multiple departments.

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

  • Associate degree or equivalent professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience within the medical device, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or other regulated manufacturing industries.

  • Experience with Oracle OCPLM, PLM systems, or product data management platforms.

  • Experience with MasterControl or similar electronic quality management systems.

  • Knowledge of FDA regulations, 21 CFR Part 820, ISO-based Quality Management Systems, and document control best practices.

  • Exposure to labeling operations, regulatory documentation, or quality systems.

  • Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field.

  • Experience supporting continuous improvement or Lean initiatives.

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role

  • Strong document control and change management experience.

  • Ability to work accurately with large volumes of product and labeling data.

  • Comfortable collaborating across Quality, Regulatory, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams.

  • Highly organized with excellent follow-through.

  • Proactive problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Work Environment

  • Location: Carlsbad, CA

  • Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM

  • Duration: 12-month contract

  • Work Setting: Onsite

This role offers valuable exposure to Quality Systems, Regulatory Affairs, Labeling Operations, Manufacturing, and Product Lifecycle Management while working in a highly collaborative and regulated medical device environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Carlsbad, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Carlsbad, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Carlsbad,CA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

How this job compares

Set against the 1,027 open Regulatory Affairs jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 7, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$25–32/hr
  • US median$26–41/hr46 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $28.50/hr, is 17% below the US median midpoint ($34/hr) — in the lowest quarter of Regulatory Affairs hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 144 open Regulatory Affairs jobs in California and 1,027 across the US. 16% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in California
Experience
Regulatory Affairs postings that state a minimum ask for 7 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 5 to 10 years (894 postings).
Education
636 of the 1,027 open Regulatory Affairs jobs (62%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 7, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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