Quality Control Supervisor

MilliporeSigma; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 81,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement contributions

Other perquisites

Job summary

MilliporeSigma is seeking a Quality Control Supervisor to lead a department responsible for testing and timely release of in-process, intermediate, and final products. The role ensures cGMP compliance and coordination with manufacturing, external labs, and project teams.

The position involves directing QC testing, staff development, and data integrity using Chromeleon, SAP, LIMS, FileMaker Pro, and scheduling tools. Expected to drive continuous improvement and budget coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology or related life science
• 5+ years experience in a cGMP analytical environment
• 2+ years management or supervision experience

Responsibilities

• Lead the QC team to meet deadlines while preserving quality and safety.
• Oversee routine and non-routine QC testing and compile technical reports.
• Ensure adherence to cGMP, regulatory requirements, and proper housekeeping.
• Coordinate budgets for stability studies and product release.
• Support inspections and cross-functional collaboration across Madison/Verona sites.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical chemistry

cGMP

Regulatory compliance

Training

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Tools

Chromeleon

SAP

LIMS

FileMakerPro

Scheduling tools

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

At MilliporeSigma, the Quality Control Supervisor will provide direct management and development of the department that is primarily responsible for testing and timely release of in-process, intermediate, final products. Other areas of responsibility may include, raw materials, method validation / qualification, and stability testing associated with cGMP manufacturing.

Typical hours: Friday, Saturday, Sunday 6:00 pm – 7:30 am with flexibility of working between both Madison and Verona sites.

• Leads the team to meet deadlines while preserving quality and safety, optimizing workload and resource use.
• Applies analytical chemistry knowledge to lab procedures, spectral/chromatographic interpretation, and troubleshooting.
• Proficient with Chromeleon, SAP, LIMS, FileMakerPro, and scheduling tools to manage workflows and data integrity.
• Ensures technical training for QC personnel and strict adherence to cGMP, regulatory requirements, and housekeeping.
• Oversees routine and non-routine QC testing, compiles technical reports, and maintains accurate records and protocols.
• May perform routine and non-routine QC testing.
• Manages change control processes for new/existing programs, and coordinates budgets for stability studies and final product release.
• Coordinates with manufacturing, external labs, and project teams; supports inspections and communicates progress effectively.
• Drives continuous improvement through capacity planning, metrics tracking, and leadership in scheduling and planning activities

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or related life science discipline
• 5+ years experience in cGMP analytical environment, or equivalent industry experience
• 2+ years management and/or supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to act in a position of leadership and work in analytical testing labs with hazardous/toxic chemicals
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices for pharmaceutical manufacturing (21 CFR 210 & 211) and/or Q7A Good Manufacturing Practice Guidance for API’s
• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally with teams that operate across various shift schedules
• Ability to troubleshoot multiple systems/methodologies

Pay Range for this position: $80,700-$121,200.

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!