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Quality Control Associate Jobs in Shelbyville, KY at Biogrund Inc.
Quality Control Associate
BIOGRUND US – Shelbyville, KY
BIOGRUND US, part of a global excipient manufacturer headquartered in Switzerland with operations throughout Europe and North America, is seeking a Quality Control Associate to join our growing Quality Team.
We are looking for a precise, organized, and self-motivated individual who takes pride in producing accurate and reliable work. This hands-on position focuses on testing incoming raw materials and finished BIOGRUND products to verify that they meet established specifications and quality requirements.
Previous laboratory or quality control experience is preferred but not required. We can teach the necessary technical knowledge and testing procedures to the right candidate. However, attention to detail, dependability, organization, personal responsibility, and a genuine commitment to quality are essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform hands-on laboratory testing of incoming raw materials
- Test finished BIOGRUND products according to established specifications and procedures
- Prepare samples and perform physical and analytical laboratory tests using different testing methods and equipment
- Accurately document test procedures, observations, calculations, and results
- Compare results against specifications and promptly communicate any unusual or nonconforming findings
- Prepare, label, organize, store, and retain laboratory samples
- Maintain organized laboratory records and quality documentation
- Keep laboratory equipment, supplies, and work areas clean and organized
- Follow written procedures, quality standards, and applicable safety requirements
- Support the investigation of quality concerns and out-of-specification results
- Work closely with Quality Assurance, Production, Warehouse, Purchasing, and other departments
- Assist with other responsibilities within the Quality Department, which may include:
- Preparing documentation for customer and certification audits
- Supporting internal and external audit preparation
- Collecting and reviewing supplier qualification documents
- Organizing certificates, specifications, and other quality records
- Supporting raw-material and finished-product documentation
- Assisting with continuous improvement projects
- Performing other quality-related tasks as needed
What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?
- You are extremely precise and pay close attention to details
- You are organized and able to maintain accurate, complete records
- You are self-motivated and can manage your daily responsibilities
- You are dependable and consistently follow through on assigned tasks
- You can follow written procedures and instructions carefully
- You remain focused and accurate when performing repetitive testing
- You take ownership of your work and communicate concerns promptly
- You are comfortable asking questions when information or results are unclear
- You can work independently while also contributing to the Quality Team
- You understand that accurate documentation is just as important as performing the test
- You are willing to learn new products, procedures, equipment, and quality requirements
- You take pride in maintaining high standards and producing reliable results
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Food Science, Biology, Engineering, or a related field is preferred but not required
- Previous laboratory, quality control, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, food, chemical, or manufacturing experience is beneficial but not required
- Comfortable performing hands-on work with powders, samples, and laboratory equipment
- Strong attention to detail and basic analytical skills
- Ability to follow established procedures and accurately record results
- Basic mathematical and computer skills, including Microsoft Office
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Experience with controlled documentation or quality systems is a plus
Compensation
- $35,000–$45,000 annual base salary, depending on experience and qualifications
- Performance-based bonus opportunity
What We Offer
- Hands-on experience in pharmaceutical and nutraceutical quality control
- Training in BIOGRUND products, laboratory methods, equipment, and quality procedures
- Mentorship from experienced team members
- International collaboration with colleagues across North America and Europe
- Exposure to raw-material testing, finished-product testing, manufacturing processes, audits, and supplier qualification
- The opportunity to contribute directly to product quality and customer satisfaction
- Career growth opportunities within Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, Laboratory Operations, or Quality Leadership
Who Should Apply?
This role is ideal for someone who is precise, organized, dependable, and takes pride in doing things correctly. You should enjoy hands-on laboratory work and understand the importance of following procedures, maintaining accurate records, and communicating concerns.
Whether you have a scientific background, laboratory experience, manufacturing experience, or a strong desire to learn, we encourage you to apply. We can teach the technical knowledge and testing procedures; what we need from you is accuracy, organization, responsibility, self-motivation, and a genuine commitment to quality.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person – Shelbyville, KY
Pay: $35,000.00 – $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Title: Quality Control Associate
Company: Biogrund Inc.
Location: Shelbyville, KY
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