Quality Control Specialist

The Global Supply Chain Department, and PCR Quality Control Group, is looking for new talent to join their multifunctional team to support manufacturing activities. The Quality Control Specialist I involves routine testing and logistical activities in the PCR Quality Control group. You will execute core laboratory testing involving qPCR, Real-Time PCR and droplet digital PCR, SDS-PAGE and other lab techniques. Other duties would include assisting with laboratory and general maintenance to support compliance to ISO
13485 regulation standards. The incumbent will ensure adherence to documentation requirements and interact with peers and collaborating departments as needed.

A typical day will involve completion of testing on assigned batches and completing paperwork/data entry into SAP to document results for review/product release. This role requires communication and coordination between team members, the supervisor, and the planners to ensure that we are staying on top of priorities to avoid backorder. Besides routine testing, a typical day also includes attending the daily Tier 1 meetings to report on safety, quality, delivery, and inventory updates.

• Contribute to timely product release to meet the business goals to deliver product to customers on time by completing assigned tasks on time.
• Communicating technical issues and concerns promptly to escape/establish root cause to move the process forward.
• Cross‑training on our vast portfolio of processes to learn new lab skills while supporting equitable workload distribution and efficient product release.
• Identify areas for improvement in QC processes/procedures and execute projects to implement changes.
• Work on exciting new product implementation projects to train on and transfer robust processes for future QC testing of products.
• Participate in maintaining lab cleanliness, 5S and a safe work environment for self and peers.

• Education:
  
  A degree in Biology or a related field is preferred, or a working knowledge of PCR techniques or biology lab techniques is acceptable.
• Work Experience:
  
  2+ years in manufacturing quality control environment performing analyses in chemistry, biochemistry, or associated areas of life sciences, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous laboratory experience in GLP and GMP environments (Good Laboratory Practices & Good Manufacturing Practices)
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Suite, ERP systems and SAP preferred.
• A willingness to learn new processes, embrace new ideas and challenges is extremely desirable.
• The ability to flex and adapt to unexpected changes in assignments or testing schedule is extremely desirable.
• The ability to work amongst a large and diverse team and communicate effectively is highly desired due to this role being very collaborative.

At Bio‑Rad, we’re empowered by our purpose and recognize that our employees are as well. That’s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Program that provides value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Bio‑Rad's robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee’s work and life cycle.

We’re proud to offer a variety of options, including competitive medical plans for you and your family, free HSA funds, a new fertility offering with stipend, group life and disability, paid parental leave, 401k plus profit sharing, an employee stock purchase program, a new upgraded and streamlined mental health platform, extensive learning and development opportunities, education benefits, student debt relief program, pet insurance, wellness challenges and support, paid time off, Employee Resource Groups (ERG's), and more!

The estimated base salary range for this position is $68,640 to $83,100 at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location,…