Quality Control Associate I

Position Summary:

The Quality Control Associate I support the Quality Control (QC) department by specializing in material and vendor management, with oversight of the department's budget. This role is responsible for maintaining inventory of laboratory supplies, chemicals, and reagents; coordinating with vendors to ensure timely procurement and delivery of materials while notifying QC personnel of any delays or discontinuations; and monitoring department spending. The position also manages preventive maintenance and calibration schedules for QC equipment, schedules, and documents servicing activities, prepares and tests reports for regulatory bodies, and ships test samples or reagents to necessary vendors with proper documentation. Additionally, the Quality Control Associate I serve as back-up for the QC sample room and provides support for other QC administrative functions, including documentation, filing, and record management.

Position Responsibilities

• Material & Vendor Management:
  • Review and maintain inventory of laboratory supplies, chemicals, and reagents to support laboratory operations.
  • Coordinate with vendors to ensure timely procurement and delivery of materials, and promptly notify QC personnel of any delays or discontinuation of materials from vendors.
  • Monitor and track department budget related to materials and supplies to ensure spend is staying within allotted budget.
• Equipment Maintenance:
  • Maintain preventive maintenance (PM) and calibration schedules for QC equipment (e.g., pipettes, thermometers, and other departmental instruments).
  • Schedule and document equipment servicing and calibration activities.
• Regulatory Reporting & Testing:
  • Prepare test reports for submission to regulatory bodies, ensuring accuracy and compliance with required standards.
  • Coordinate and track the shipment of test samples or reagents to vendors or external laboratories, ensuring clear communication, proper documentation, and strict chain of custody throughout the process.
• Quality Control Administrative Support:
  • Serve as back-up for the QC sample room, assisting with sample receipt, storage, and tracking.
  • Provide support for other QC administrative functions as needed, including documentation, filing, and record management.

Education and Experience

• High school education or GED required.
• BA/BS education in the Sciences or Business disciplines preferred or at least 6 years' experience in related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Experience with 9CFR & EU regulatory requirements.
• Experience maintaining departmental budgets and tracking inventory using relevant management systems.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment and/or QC Coordinator I level is beneficial.
• Good mathematical, science, and computer skills.
• Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills required.
• Strong communication skills required.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to work well independently and as a part of a team, and ability to work effectively with people at all levels within the organization.

Physical Position Requirements

• Must be able to walk, sit, or stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to reach above shoulder level, bend/stoop, kneel, push/pull, and handle/grip frequently.
• Must be able to work scheduled 40 hours with the ability to work overtime as needed.
• Frequent lifting and carrying of 5 to 25 lbs. Occasional lifting of heavier items up to 40lbs.
• Regular reaching, bending, stooping, and twisting.
• Repetitive motion and substantial movement of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Ability to work for short periods in coolers and freezers as required for sample handling and inventory management.

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