job summary: The Quality Associate supports the setup and qualification of a new third party logistics (3PL) partner, ensuring distribution activities comply with GxP, FDA, and quality system requirements for medical device and pharmaceutical products. This role partners closely with Fulfillment, Supply Chain, and Manufacyturing teams to establish compliant processes, documentation, and oversight for regulated product distribution. location: Indianapolis, Indiana job type: Contract salary: $50.00 - 57.18 per hour work hours: 9 to 5 education: Bachelors responsibilities: Support the qualification, onboarding, and ongoing oversight of a new 3PL partner to ensure compliance with applicable GxP, FDA, and ISO requirementsPartner closely with Fulfillment, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to establish compliant distribution and warehousing processesReview, approve, and help implement quality agreements, SOPs, and work instructions related to 3PL activitiesConduct and support vendor qualification activities, including risk assessments and audits (on site or remote)Ensure proper handling of temperature controlled, regulated, and serialized products, as applicableSupport deviation investigations, CAPAs, and change controls associated with 3PL operationsAssist with setting up and maintaining documentation, records, and training requirements for the 3PL partnerMonitor 3PL performance through metrics, quality KPIs, and periodic reviewsSupport regulatory inspections and internal audits involving distribution and logistics processesServe as a quality liaison between the company and the 3PL to drive continuous improvement and compliance qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Quality, Life Sciences, Engineering, or a related fieldExperience in a regulated environment (medical device, pharmaceutical, or biotech)Working knowledge of GxP, FDA regulations, and quality systems related to distribution and logisticsExperience supporting or interacting with third party vendors or 3PL partners preferredStrong documentation, communication, and cross functional collaboration skills #LI-AO1 skills: SOP Development, Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA), Deviation Investigation, Change Control Management, Quality Assurance (QA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.