Quality Control Scientist

Millipore Corporation; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Retirement contributions

Job summary

MilliporeSigma is seeking a skilled analyst to join a small QC team in Urbana, IL. You will prep samples, run complex analytical tests on ICP-MS, ICP-OES, Karl Fischer, UV-VIS, and related instruments, and interpret data to support QC for incoming, in-process, and finished goods.

The role emphasizes adherence to ISO 9001:2015, collaboration with other departments, and continuous process improvements. Competitive pay and benefits are offered with potential bonuses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or other Life Science discipline.
• 4+ years of analytical lab experience.
• ISO 9001:2015 quality standards knowledge and SAP familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform analytical testing of inorganic materials on instruments (ICP-MS, ICP-OES, Karl Fischer, auto titrator, TGA-DSC, UV-VIS, oxygen analyzer).
• Prepare samples, perform testing, analyze data, and make usage decisions for multiple stages of manufacturing.
• Lead project teams, drive process improvements with quality, regulatory, manufacturing, and safety considerations.

Skills

Analytical lab experience

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/ Biology/ Life Science

Tools

SAP

Job description

Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma. Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you've got big plans - so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people's lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

Your Role

You will be a part of a small team responsible for performing complex analytical testing of inorganic materials on the following instrumentation: ICP-MS, ICP-OES, Karl Fischer, auto titrator, TGA-DSC, UV-VIS, and an oxygen analyzer. You will prep samples, perform testing, analyze data, and make usage decisions for experimental, incoming goods, in process, and finished goods manufactured on site.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform work in compliance with ISO 9001:2015 and company guidelines.
• Communicate with other departments to ensure on-time QC lab deliverables.
• Collaborate with QC lab staff and follow or help develop procedures as needed.
• Compute chemical calculations and unit conversions.
• Investigate Out of Specification/Trend results and Customer Quality Complaints per requirements.
• Build and maintain deep technical knowledge of analytical methods and lab processes.
• Administer QC ERP functions (master data, inspection plans, system testing, data transfers).
• Lead project teams, support other groups, and drive process improvements with quality, regulatory, manufacturing, and safety considerations.

Physical Attributes

• Sit, stand, walk, for up to two hours at a time.
• Reach above the shoulder, stoop, kneel, twist, crouch, or crawl intermittently.
• Work in a dimly lit environment for extended periods of time.
• Work in a brightly lit laboratory environment with ambient equipment noise reaching 80db.
• Work for extended periods in a dry box; performing precise manipulations through gloved hands.
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety shoes, safety glasses, hard hat, hearing protection, respirators, and aprons.

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or other Life Science discipline.
• 4+ years of analytical lab experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• SAP familiarity.
• ISO 9001:2015 quality standards knowledge.
• Experience in a multi-product environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and customer service abilities.
• Strong business acumen.
• Semiconductor or high-precision industry background.
• Deep technical knowledge; ability to explain complex concepts.
• Proficient in dry box operation and safe chemical handling.
• Team-oriented with collaborative mindset.
• Proficient in analytical tools, instrumentation, troubleshooting, and method development.
• tData integrity discipline and database software management; MS Office skills.
• Excellent time management, multitasking, organization, and problem-solving abilities.

Pay Range for this position: $23.00-$37.00 per hour. The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses.

Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites.

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!