Quality Control Senior Associate

HireLifeScience; Holly Springs (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HireLifeScience is seeking a Quality Control Sr. Associate to support QC Sample Management and Stability within the QC Support organization. The role covers receipt, handling, tracking, storage, and disposal of samples used in analytical testing, ensuring compliance with SOPs, regulatory requirements, and GDP/GMP practices.

The position is fully onsite in Holly Springs, NC with a 4/10 schedule (7:30am - 6pm), Wednesday through Saturday, and an urgent shortlisting timeline.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years in a laboratory or sample management role.
• Familiarity with LIMS or other sample tracking systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain chain of custody for incoming samples in LIMS.
• Ensure proper labeling, storage, and documentation.
• Record results and assess compliance with specs per GDP/GMP.
• Troubleshoot issues within QC and escalate as needed.
• Support investigations and audits with documentation.
• Collaborate with analysts and team leads to meet timelines.
• Suggest process improvements to QC lab efficiency.
• Follow safety guidelines and regulations while handling hazardous materials.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Regulated environment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Fully Onsite
Urgent role- shortlisting within 48 hours

Candidate must be available to work on a 4/10 (7:30am - 6pm), Wednesday through Saturday, schedule.

Job Summary:

The Quality Control Sr. Associate supports QC Sample Management and Stability team within the QC Support organization. The Sr. Associate will be 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 Sr. Associate will collaborate closely with laboratory analysts, Quality Assurance, and other cross-functional teams to maintain efficient and accurate testing workflows.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain required chain of custody of incoming samples in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Ensure proper labeling, storage, and chain-of-custody documentation for all samples.
• 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 and compliance issues within QC, and elevate or resolve them using defined procedures; collaborate with senior staff for complex problems.
• 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:

• Bachelor's 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 on a 4/10 schedule (7:30am - 6pm), Wednesday through Saturday, schedule.