- The associate will begin training in sample management the first 3 - 6 months, 4/10 day shift schedule with cross-training to support additional laboratory areas, including chemistry, bioassay, and microbiology.
- The long term expectation will require the associate to work a 4/10 night shift schedule (Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Saturday) from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
- The Associate, Quality Control supports sample management and laboratory testing activities within the Quality Control department. This role is responsible for the receipt, handling, tracking, storage, and disposal of samples used in analytical testing, while ensuring compliance with internal SOPs, regulatory requirements, and good documentation practices. The associate will collaborate closely with laboratory analysts, Quality Assurance, and other cross-functional teams to maintain efficient and accurate testing workflows.
location: Holly Springs, North Carolina
job type: Contract
salary: $35.00 - 43.64 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Receive and log incoming samples into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
- Ensure proper labeling, storage, and chain-of-custody documentation for all samples.
- Perform Analytical Testing: Prepare and execute routine and complex testing procedures for bioassay, chemistry, and microbiology following established protocols and regulatory standards.
- Evaluate and Document Results: Accurately record data, assess results for compliance with specifications, and ensure documentation meets GDP and GMP requirements.
- Troubleshoot and Resolve Issues: Identify technical issues during testing and escalate or resolve them using defined procedures; collaborate with senior staff for complex problems.
- Maintain Laboratory Equipment: Operate, calibrate, and perform basic maintenance on laboratory instruments (e.g., HPLC, ELISA platforms, microbiological incubators) to ensure readiness for testing.
- Support Investigations and Audits: Participate in laboratory investigations related to out-of-specification results or deviations; provide supporting documentation during audits.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with analysts and team leads across QC areas to meet project milestones and testing timelines.
- Continuous Improvement: Suggest process improvements and contribute to efficiency initiatives within QC labs.
- Compliance and Safety: Adhere to all safety guidelines, SOPs, and regulatory requirements while performing testing and handling hazardous materials.
qualifications:
- Bachelors degree preferred
- 3-5 years of experience in a laboratory or sample management role
- Familiarity with LIMS or other sample tracking systems preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Available to work night shifts (10 PM - 8 AM) on a 4/10 schedule
skills: Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Quality Control (QC), Quality Control Testing
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.
