28 Quality Control Specialists jobs in Mchenry
Manager, Quality Assurance & Quality Control

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Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?
At Leica Biosystems, one of Danaher's ( 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives-and we're all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.
You'll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher's system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact - innovating at the speed of life.
At Leica Biosystems, we're not just shaping the future of cancer diagnostics - we're transforming lives. Our mission of "Advancing Cancer Diagnostics, Improving Lives" is the driving force behind everything we do. As a global leader with the most comprehensive portfolio spanning from biopsy to diagnosis, we empower clinicians with innovative, reliable solutions so they can give patients timely, accurate answers when they need them most. When you join Leica Biosystems, you're not just taking a job; you're becoming part of a passionate team that knows every moment matters when it comes to cancer. You'll help develop diagnostic solutions that turn anxiety into answers, and aid the acceleration of next-generation, life-changing therapies. Surrounded by a diverse and collaborative global community, you'll be inspired each day to stretch, grow, and make an impact.
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The Manager, Quality Assurance and Quality Control for Leica Biosystems Richmond is responsible for providing leadership and support of daily quality operations including QC finished goods and raw material inspection program, QA product release, nonconformance workflows, CDT&R, and calibration.
This position reports to the Director, Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance responsible for ensuring that the business, product, and processes meet all Quality and Regulatory standards and requirements. This position is part of the Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance department located in Richmond, Illinois and will be onsite.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
+ Hire, develop, engage, and retain highly capable QA and QC team members, ensuring that each associate is meeting performance requirements and that each critical position has an identified successor with a targeted and robust development plan.
+ Oversee inspection and product release activities as well as CDT&R, and develop key strategies to support future business success.
+ Coach the team on how to effectively manage and anticipate changing needs for resources and how to flex resource allocation in the face of changing circumstances, including notifying stakeholders and recommending countermeasures to ensure that cross-functional teams and projects are staffed with qualified and skilled QA and QC associates and business needs are met.
+ Manage relationships with relevant cross-functional leaders including participating in Daily Management meetings and effectively communicating issues, risks, and needs to the Leadership team.
+ Plan, prioritize, and coordinate workflow and cross-site/function interactions to ensure on time delivery of product and projects and compliance with quality systems and standards, using advanced knowledge of Danaher Business System (DBS) tools.
+ Ensure site audit readiness at all times through monitoring and learning from past audits, training and preparation of staff and mitigation of risks.
+ Support team in formulating and testing effective data-based strategy for winning against the competition or exceeding expectations as a team.
The essential requirements of the job include:
+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced degree in engineering, science, medical, or technical field and 5+ years' experience with increasing responsibility in medical device/IVD
+ Experience working within a medical device quality system in compliance with US FDA, ISO 13485 and EU MDR/IVDR regulations
+ Proven experience in developing and implementing mining tools to monitor product complaint trends including defined control and/or action limits to detect emerging field issues
+ Track record of collaborating with technical groups to identify product improvement opportunities
Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:
+ Travel requirements <5% of the time, domestic and international
+ Overnight travel may be required
+ Be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
+ Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
+ This position will occasionally require travel by car and flying in and out of airports with possible long wait times
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
+ Knowledge of lean tools such as 5S, Standard Work, KANBAN, Policy Deployment, Value Stream Management, Visual Management, SAP etc.
+ Demonstrated knowledge of Quality Management Systems, continuous improvement methodologies, and understanding of manufacturing processes with high mix low volume and high mix high volume environment.
+ Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, communicate, and implement a strategy to ensure compliance to company, regulatory and industry requirements.
+ Experience and/or knowledge of NCRs
The annual salary range for this role is $120,000 - $140,000. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.
This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.
We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.
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Inspector Quality Control - 3rd Shift

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At Nestlé USA, we're all working towards the same goal - to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity - and responsibility - to be there for every moment in our consumers' lives.
Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.
_This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship._
**Quality Control Inspector - Nestlé Schaumburg, IL**
Join Nestlé at Schaumburg, IL - Where Quality Meets Opportunity
Nestlé's Schaumburg facility is a dynamic and fast-paced environment focused on delivering high-quality products. As part of a global leader in nutrition, health, and wellness, you'll be joining a team that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're looking for stability, growth, and a place where your contributions matter-this is it.
**Schedule That Works for You**
Enjoy the consistency and structure of a **3rd shift role** perfect for night owls or those seeking daytime flexibility.
Schedule: **10pm to 6:30am, Sunday to Saturday, 6 days/week**
**Training Breakdown**
Training may occur on a different shift to ensure proper onboarding and hands-on learning. You'll be supported by experienced team members and supervisors to help you succeed from day one.
**Overtime Opportunities**
Overtime is available and encouraged-giving you the chance to boost your earnings while supporting production goals. It's a great way to maximize your paycheck and demonstrate your reliability.
**What's In It For You**
Pay: **$20.68/hr + $.25 shift differential**
Benefits: Comprehensive Nestlé benefits after 30 days of employment, including health, dental, vision, and more
**What You'll Accomplish**
- Conduct daily pre-operational and changeover checks
- Perform Lock Out Tag Out procedures
- Sanitize QA equipment and document sanitation checks
- Prepare daily Bill of Materials (BOMs)
- Monitor production personnel for GMP compliance
- Communicate safety, sanitation, or product issues to supervisors
- Participate in product evaluations to ensure top quality
**What You Will Bring**
- 1-2 years in Quality Control
- High School Diploma/GED preferred
- Willingness to work overtime, irregular hours, or rotating shifts
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently
**You're a Great Fit If You.**
- Are detail-oriented and committed to quality
- Can follow safety rules and operating procedures
- Have basic math skills and can use a calculator
- Can read and interpret documents such as manuals and safety instructions
- Are comfortable performing basic lab tasks
- Speak, write, and understand English (Spanish/English bilingual is a plus)
- Have previous food manufacturing and/or sanitation experience (6+ months preferred)
The approximate hourly pay for this position is $ 0.68. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position.
Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at Nestle in the US Benefits | Nestle in the US Benefits | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com) ( is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.
To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.
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Quality Control Inspector - 3rd Shift

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**Summary:**
Actively participate and effectively execute all the duties and responsibilities of a quality inspector per the outline below performing audits, inspections, and testing that ensures our customer's product meets or exceeds their specifications and requirements.
**Duties & Responsibilities**
+ Audit and monitor quality requirements in accordance with company quality assurance policies, documents, and customer specifications.
+ Conduct inspections at First Article, In-Process, Incoming and completes Final Inspections per inspection plans.
+ Perform routine visual/functional/dimensional testing per required specifications and procedures for the Quality and Assembly departments
+ Identify nonconforming material and initiate nonconforming reports per established procedures.
+ Communicate effectively with management, operators, process technicians and other inspectors about quality related concerns required.
+ Utilize inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, smart scope, scales, fixtures, gages, and microscopes to measure or inspect parts for compliance.
+ Read and interpret blueprints and specifications, Process Flow Diagrams, Potential Failure Mode and Effects Analysis and Process Control Plans.
+ Provide input on inspection methods related to continuous improvement initiatives related to the job.
+ Conduct Layered Process Audits.
+ Conduct Process Control Plan Audits
+ Assist quality, engineering and production personnel with investigations of part defects or any quality related issues.
+ Complete accurate and legible reports on the in-process inspection plans.
+ Organize work and storage areas for efficient workflow.
+ Perform basic mathematical operations and perform measured conversions.
+ Understand and comply with the company's quality management system based on ISO 13485.
+ Understand and comply with the company's environmental management system based on ISO 14001.
+ Understand and comply with the company's safety policies and procedures.
+ Perform additional duties to comply with departmental objectives as required
+ Complete appropriate documentation, including release/hold paperwork/ databases
**Qualifications and Skills**
+ High school diploma or equivalent
+ 1 or more years of job-related experience
+ Injection Molding experience (desired)
+ Basic math skills to use scales and measure weights
+ Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
+ Good verbal and written communication skills
+ Ability to read and write English
+ Attention to detail, organization, and strong multitasking abilities
+ Ability to work in a team setting
+ Excellent decision making and time management skills
+ Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications
+ Knowledge or ability to understand and use various test methods
+ Commitment to continuous improvement
+ Good Manufacturing practice
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, follow work instructions and job training requirements. Individual must be able to stand for full manufacturing shift, have ability to complete hand assembly process. Ability to reach with arms extended and/or overhead, excellent hand dexterity, ability to bend, stoop, stretch and similar activities and able to lift up to 35-50 pounds frequently.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
This job description should not be construed to contain every function/responsibility that may be required to be performed by an incumbent in this position. Incumbents are required to perform other related functions as assigned
**Compensation Information:**
**Pay Range** **:** $18.00 - $23.00 an hour
This compensation range is provided as a reasonable estimate of the current salary range for this role. Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, market level, other job-related factors, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. As applicable this role will also receive overtime compensation and may be eligible for shift premium compensation.
**Benefits:**
Benefits for this role can be seen by clicking on the following link: ITW Benefits for Life Your Way . In addition, employees can qualify for vacation, sick, and holiday compensation benefits.
+ Vacation - up to 80 hours within first year
+ Sick - up to 40 hours within first year
+ Floating Holiday - up to 8 hours within first year
+ Holiday - 10 paid holidays per year, these holidays are selected by the Division
Quality Assurance Specialist
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We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Quality Assurance Specialist to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a slower-paced environment and is eager to support colleagues during downtime. You will play a vital role in monitoring and updating our quality assurance programs, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Responsibilities
+ Monitor and update existing HACCP, SOP, and QA programs, procedures, and document control programs.
+ Record and analyze statistical data, recommending modifications or suggesting new standards, methods, and procedures.
+ Implement quality assurance programs that effectively monitor product manufacturing in compliance with GMPs, SOPs, and HACCP.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Bachelor's degree is preferred but not required.
+ Experience working within food QA.
+ Knowledge of GMP and SOP.
+ HACCP knowledge is strongly preferred.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $27.00/hr.
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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Vernon Hills,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 2025.
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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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 due to a disability, please email (% ) for other accommodation options.
Quality Assurance Specialist

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We are seeking a dedicated Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in Excel and data analysis, coupled with 2-5 years of experience in a Quality Control Documentation role. Familiarity with documentation, regulatory compliance, and experience in a GMP environment are essential.
Responsibilities
+ Provide cross-functional support across QA and QC departments.
+ Conduct Excel-based reporting and data analysis.
+ Manage documentation, including production records, SOPs, and Certificates of Analysis (COAs).
+ Drive process improvements through regulatory understanding.
+ Handle customer complaints by logging, initiating investigations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
+ Support ISO internal audits and customer audits.
+ Continuously improve quality systems and the Quality Management System (QMS).
Essential Skills
+ Strong Excel and data analysis skills.
+ 2-5 years of experience in a QC Documentation role.
+ Experience with documentation and regulatory compliance.
+ Familiarity with GMP environments.
+ Experience in medical, pharma, food, or chemical backgrounds.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Familiarity with cleaning and liquid product manufacturing is a plus.
+ Experience supporting ISO 9001, internal audits, and external audits.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $33.00/hr.
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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Gurnee,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 10, 2025.
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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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 due to a disability, please email (% ) for other accommodation options.
Quality Assurance Specialist

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+ Provide cross-functional support across QA and QC departments.
+ Conduct Excel-based reporting and data analysis.
+ Manage documentation, including production records, SOPs, and Certificates of Analysis (COAs).
+ Drive process improvements through regulatory understanding.
+ Handle customer complaints by logging, initiating investigations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
+ Support ISO internal audits and customer audits.
+ Continuously improve quality systems and the Quality Management System (QMS).
Essential Skills
+ Strong Excel and data analysis skills.
+ 2-5 years of experience in a QC Documentation role.
+ Experience with documentation and regulatory compliance.
+ Familiarity with GMP environments.
+ Experience in medical, pharma, food, or chemical backgrounds.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $33.00/hr.
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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Waukegan,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 10, 2025.
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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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 due to a disability, please email (% ) for other accommodation options.
Quality Assurance Manager

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Additionally, you'll empower a high-performing team by thoughtfully delegating responsibilities, ensuring robust training, and fostering a culture of accountability and growth through ongoing performance coaching and support.
**What You Will Do:**
+ Oversee daily operations and projects within Quality Engineering and Calibration, including setting clear objectives, planning, data analysis, cost evaluation, training, and reporting.
+ Ensure the Quality Engineering and Calibration team meets business needs through timely closure of quality investigations (NCs, CAPAs), change control approvals, process ownership, validation support, and active stakeholder collaboration.
+ Set strategic direction for the quality engineering team to ensure attainment of site and network goals.
+ Monitoring of KPIs and process measures for the assigned area of management.
+ Manage quality metrics, provide updates, and drive improvements to ensure the team meets or exceeds performance targets
+ Identify and communicate to quality leadership issues that impact product purity, quality, safety or efficacy, regulatory compliance or business continuity.
+ Identify and continually improve process effectiveness within the Cary site.
+ Ensure key site representation at external regulatory body audits.
+ Provide SME input into quality planning process and assessment of risk.
+ Develop resource planning estimates to manage project workload and productivity
+ Leading cross functional project team(s) through variety of project types including meetings for resolution of quality issues.
+ Maintain strong relationships and collaborate with Quality Assurance, R&D, Service, Global Supply, Finance, and Marketing departments to ensure corporate goals and strategies are met.
+ Attract, develop, and retain top talent and foster professional growth.
+ Maintaining current knowledge of applicable domestic and international regulations
**What You Need:**
+ Bachelor's degree required; strongly preferred in Engineering, Science, or a related field.
+ 8+ years of experience working in a highly regulated environment, specifically in Quality, Manufacturing, or Engineering.
+ Experience in the Medical Device or Pharmaceutical industry.
+ 3+ years of management experience.
$110,600 - 146,4000 - 182,200 salary plus bonus eligible + benefits. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.
Health benefits include: Medical and prescription drug insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, personalized healthcare support, wellbeing program and tobacco cessation program. Financial benefits include: Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), basic life and AD&D insurance, and short-term disability insurance. Stryker offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually. Depending on customer requirements employees and new hires in sales and field roles that require access to customer accounts as a function of the job may be required to obtain various vaccinations as an essential function of their role.
Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability.
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Director, AI - Quality Assurance

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AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas - immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok ( .
Job Description
Role Summary: The Director of AI - Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) leads AbbVie's strategic direction for artificial intelligence initiatives focused on enhancing and automating quality processes. This role is responsible for shaping the vision and strategy for leveraging AI to drive innovation, operational excellence, and compliance as part of AbbVie's Operations Transformation function.
Key Responsibilities:
+ Develop and implement an AI strategy aligned with QA/QC priorities and AbbVie's business objectives.
+ Identify, evaluate, and collaborate with technology vendors, external partners, and research institutions to advance AI-driven quality capabilities.
+ Lead cross-functional teams to deliver and scale AI solutions for quality control testing, process monitoring, data analytics, and risk-based quality assurance.
+ Oversee governance, compliance, and ethical frameworks for AI initiatives, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
+ Monitor emerging AI technologies, methodologies, and best practices relevant to quality assurance, quality control, and compliance.
+ Serve as the primary point of contact for AI-related QA/QC projects and external collaborations, ensuring alignment and achievement of shared goals.
+ Communicate outcomes, impact, and value of AI-driven quality initiatives to executive leadership.
+ Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision-making across QA/QC.
Qualifications
+ Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in Engineering, Science, Quality Management, or related field; business qualifications preferred.
+ 10+ years' experience in quality assurance, quality control, or regulatory compliance.
+ Proven track record of leading large-scale, cross-functional AI initiatives in life sciences or manufacturing environments.
+ Strong collaboration, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
+ Deep business acumen and understanding of quality assurance, quality control, and regulatory routines.
+ Excellent communication skills, able to convey complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholder groups.
Preferred Skills:
+ Experience with pharmaceutical or healthcare quality systems and operations.
+ Understanding of regulatory frameworks (e.g., GMP, GxP) and quality standards for life sciences.
+ Knowledge of data privacy, ethical AI principles, and risk management in QA/QC.
+ Strategic mindset with ability to anticipate trends and opportunities for AI in quality assurance and control.
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
+ The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
+ We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
+ This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.
+ This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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Quality Assurance Technical Associate
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Join a Science-Led Consumer Healthcare Pioneer on an Exciting Growth Journey
Are you ready to be part of something extraordinary? At Alliance, we're a dynamic, science-led consumer healthcare organisation specialising in advanced skincare solutions and vitamins, minerals & supplements (VMS). Backed by innovation and driven by purpose, we're on an exciting journey of transformation and growth — expanding our reach, enhancing our brands, and bringing cutting-edge products to more consumers across the globe.
As we continue to evolve, we’re looking for passionate, curious, and driven individuals to join us. If you’re excited by the opportunity to shape the future of health and wellness in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment — this is your moment.
We’re looking for a Quality Assurance Technical Associate (known internally as a Quality Technical Scientist) with a mix of quality assurance expertise and technical curiosity, as you will work closely with cross-functional teams and external partners to keep products on the market, support product transfers, and drive technical projects forward.
This quality role works with our contract manufacturers across our portfolio of consumer healthcare and pharma products in the US to support and execute technical projects.
This is not a scientist role where you will be working in the lab testing, or directly working on batches in a factory. You will work in our Cary office a minimum of 2 days a week reporting to the US Quality Manager and must be comfortable working in a small quality team, be accountable and able to thrive in a collaborative, fast-moving environment
What we’re looking for
- A bachelor’s degree (scientific/technical discipline preferred).
- Quality assurance experience with a Contract Manufacturer within pharma or consumer healthcare would be the ideal
- Experience working with FDA-regulated consumer products (dietary supplements, OTC drugs, medical devices, cosmetics, or food).
- Audit experience and/or ASQ CQA/CQE certification (or interest in pursuing).
- Knowledge in the medical device space – ISO13485
- Quality system management experience
- Experience working with FDA-regulated consumer products (dietary supplements, OTC drugs, medical devices, cosmetics, or food).
- A risk assessment subject matter expert
- Ability to perform investigations, driving to root cause and then help manage the CAPA that result from those investigations
- Reviewed and approved validation / verification documentation
- A change control project manager or owner
- Knowledge of GMP, GLP, and/or GCP regulations.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to interpret complex technical information.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills across functions and geographies.
- A proactive, problem-solving mindset and willingness to think outside the box.
What you’ll be doing
- Provide quality assurance support for consumer healthcare products distributed in North America.
- Oversee product release activities, ensuring compliance with specifications and procedures.
- Manage deviations and nonconformances, including root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions.
- Write, update, and train on Standard Operating Procedures.
- Lead day-to-day activities for technical product transfers (including stability and validation programs).
- Deliver on assigned technical projects with cross-functional and external teams.
- Maintain product specifications for both new and existing products.
- Support audits and inspections, contributing to continuous improvement.
Why join us?
At Alliance, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven business that empowers people. We offer a supportive, collaborative culture with real opportunities to grow your career as we grow our brands.
We also offer great benefits
- 25 days holiday per annum + one celebration day + one volunteering day + plus 9 bank holidays (pro rata)
- 401k retirement benefits (employer match is 4% with immediate vesting), employer paid life/disability/AD&D insurance, dental and eye care and subsidized employee medical insurance coverage.
- Comprehensive benefits include a 4% employer-matched 401(k) with immediate vesting, fully paid dental/vision, life, disability, and AD&D insurance, plus subsidized medical coverage.
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Associate Director, Medical Affairs Quality Assurance
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AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas - immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok ( .
Job Description
Purpose
AbbVie is dedicated to delivering a consistent stream of innovative, safe, and effective quality medicines and products that solve serious health issues and have a remarkable impact on people's lives. As a quality organization in research & development, R&D Quality Assurance (RDQA) is committed to driving quality excellence across all stages of discovery and development for the product's lifecycle to achieve product realization and accelerate access to innovative therapies and products for our patients. Patient needs, stakeholder demands, industry innovation, regulatory landscape, and AbbVie's evolved business strategy are complex, rapid pace, and dynamic. Emphasizing and embedding quality in the execution of clinical trials, post market vigilance and post market studies, assures patient safety, maintains data integrity, fosters regulatory compliance, and contributes to the overall success of drug/device development programs.
Associate Director, Safety, Medical & Regulatory Quality is part of the R&D Quality Medical Affairs (MA) QA team which provides independent quality oversight of AbbVie's Medical Affairs and Health Impact (MHI) function and other functions engaged in Real-World Evidence (RWE) generating activities. The role covers AbbVie's entire portfolio of drug, device and cosmetics. The role ensures quality excellence through successful business partner collaboration and provides expert technical quality support and consultation to R&D colleagues and business partners. May support Regulatory Agency inspections.
The role reports to the Director, Safety, Medical & Regulatory Quality. There is an expectation that in performance, leadership, and behaviors (AbbVie's Ways We Work), they serve as a role model to the organization at large.
Responsibilities:
+ Contribute to a state of continuous compliance with global regulations, AbbVie policies and procedures and regulatory preparedness for relevant Regulatory Authority Inspections to deliver business results while positioning AbbVie for future success.
+ Develop, support and execute a holistic quality assurance model for regulated Medical Affairs and RWE generating activities, inclusive of internal and vendor performed activities and ensure integration with interfacing business functions
+ Consistently demonstrate AbbVie's Ways of Working and Leadership Attributes including a collaborative mindset, risk-based thinking and people leadership to support innovation whilst maintaining high levels of compliance.
+ Fulfil expectations and goals to ensure organizational success. Embody a culture of open and honest communication where all are encouraged to express their views, offer suggestions and experiment for improvement.
+ Lead and contribute to the delivery of innovative quality strategies and solutions through influence and collaboration with MHI and other interfacing functions to support effective and timely solutions/responses to compliance issues/questions including audit/inspection findings.
+ Determine and evaluate risks impacting compliance with regulated activities and propose and support the implementation of suitable mitigations.
+ Support business process owners directly to ensure quality is integrated at all stages of process development.
+ Actively participate in front and/or back-room Regulatory Authority inspection activities to enable successful inspections.
+ A recognized partner for consultation regarding worldwide regulations and corporate policies, especially for CAPA and associated Quality disciplines.
+ Generate, analyze and report metrics to demonstrate key aspects of compliance status, escalating issues in a timely manner for earliest resolution and ensuring the value of QA is recognized and acknowledged.
+ Contribute to the development and implementation of systems and processes required to support implementation of global QA strategies. Contribute with applicable R&D Quality business functions to provide support, input and consultation to ensure an inclusive and effective R&D audit program.
+ Drive necessary change and efficiency through the provision of effective feedback and recommendations; persists in pursuing and achieving organizational goals and objectives.
+ Create an impact by modeling the AbbVie Behaviors in a consistent and visible manner in the conduct of all responsibilities
This role can be remote within the US.
Qualifications
+ Bachelor's degree preferably in Biology, Nursing, Pharmacy, or other science-based degree.
+ 5 years of experience in the fields of Medical Affairs, RWE generation, epidemiology, and/or quality assurance supporting those areas, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.
+ 5 years of experience in Quality Assurance.
+ Strong analytical skills and the ability to organize work in a logical, thorough, and succinct manner. Ability to work and interact with R&D Quality business partners and external partners.
+ Extensive knowledge of quality standards, worldwide regulatory requirements and industry best practices relating to Medical Affairs and RWE generating activities.
+ Flexibility to adapt to changing assignments and ability to effectively prioritize with minimal supervision. Ability to work in a fast-paced, high pressure and changing environment in an autonomous manner.
+ Project management, interpersonal, and communication skills with ability to influence at all levels.
+ Comfortable working independently or as part of a team.
+ Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
+ The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
+ We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
+ This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.
+ This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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$137,500 - $261,000