Quality Control Associate - Chemistry / Microbiology

Randstad USA; Hamilton (MT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Randstad USA in Hamilton, MT is seeking a Quality Control Specialist for a full-time, 1-year onsite contract on the 1st shift (Mon-Fri).

You will perform routine QC testing, review data, and support equipment maintenance in a premier biopharma QC lab environment. Bachelor's degree required; strong analytical and documentation skills are essential for compliance.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry, Microbiology, Biology or related scientific discipline.
• Hands-on laboratory experience in academic or industry settings.
• Knowledge of good laboratory documentation practices and lab safety protocols.
• Strong problem-solving skills with ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine sampling, wet chemistry, chromatography, or microbiological testing to support product manufacturing and release.
• Review GMP assay data, report clear and defensible results, and partner with manufacturing teams.
• Support equipment qualification, routine calibration, and preventive maintenance on automated and computerized lab systems.
• Assist with laboratory investigations, troubleshooting, and method validation support.
• Maintain rigorous compliance with cGMP guidelines, safety standards, and audit readiness.

Skills

HPLC

UPLC

GC

Wet Chemistry

Microbiology

Bioburden Testing

Pipetting

Karl Fischer

Spectrophotometry

cGMP

GLP

Method Validation

Data Review

Education

BS in Chemistry, Microbiology, Biology or related scientific discipline

Tools

HPLC

UPLC

GC

Job description

Job Summary

Join a global biopharmaceutical leader in Hamilton, MT, as a Quality Control Specialist supporting life-saving product release and manufacturing. This full-time, 1-year onsite contract operates on a predictable 1st shift, Monday-Friday schedule. If you are a driven scientist with a passion for analytical rigor and compliance, this role offers exceptional hands‑on experience in a premier QC testing environment.

location: Hamilton, MT

job type: Permanent

pay: $30 per hour

work hours: first shift, Monday through Friday

education: Bachelor's of Science

Responsibilities

• Perform routine sampling, wet chemistry, chromatography, or microbiological testing to support product manufacturing and release.
• Review GMP assay data, report clear and defensible results, and partner with manufacturing teams.
• Support equipment qualification, routine calibration, and preventive maintenance on automated and computerized lab systems.
• Assist with laboratory investigations, troubleshooting, and method validation support.
• Maintain rigorous compliance with cGMP guidelines, safety standards, and audit readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemistry, Microbiology, Biology, or a related scientific discipline.
• Proven academic or industry hands‑on laboratory experience.
• Working knowledge of good laboratory documentation practices and standard laboratory safety protocols.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred

• Prior experience in a regulated cGMP/GLP biopharma environment.
• Hands‑on familiarity with HPLC, UPLC, GC, Karl Fischer, spectrophotometry, or bioburden testing/pipetting.

Skills

HPLC, UPLC, Gas Chromatography (GC), Wet Chemistry, Microbiology, Bioburden Testing, Pipetting, Karl Fischer, Spectrophotometry, cGMP, GLP, Method Validation, Data Review

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 [e-mail].

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.