Quality Inspector I

Vericel® Corporation; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Vericel Corporation is seeking a Quality Inspector I to join their team in Cambridge, MA. This entry-level position involves raw material inspection, collaboration with various departments, and oversight of laboratory inventories. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and some experience in quality inspection within a cGMP environment.

Benefits

Career Growth Opportunities

Collaborative Culture

Cutting-Edge Science

Qualifications

• 0-1 years’ industry experience in cGMP or equivalent.
• Direct work experience in raw materials quality inspection.
• Ability to lift/pull up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection, sampling, testing, and disposition of components and raw materials.
• Collaborate with R&D, QA and Materials Management.
• Support Quality Control operations with basic laboratory responsibilities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Multitasking

Education

HS Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

TrackWise

Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)

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Talent Acquisition Supervisor at Vericel Corporation | MS, PHR

At Vericel Corporation, we are pioneers in advanced cell therapies for sports medicine and severe burn care, transforming patient lives through cutting-edge regenerative medicine. Our commitment to innovation, patient-centered focus, and scientific excellence drives us to develop groundbreaking treatments including MACI (knee cartilage repair), Epicel and Nexobrid (burn care).

Position Summary:

The Quality Inspector I will be responsible for raw material sampling and inspection internally and at a third-party warehouse. This individual will also be responsible for overseeing the inventory of laboratory chemicals and critical reagent supplies across both the Cambridge and Burlington facilities.

Schedule: As a company that thrives on teamwork and collaboration, this role will be required to work on-site 5 days per week. This position will be based in Cambridge MA but will require travel between Cambridge, Burlington MA, and warehouse locations regularly (~50%).

Position Scope:

• Perform inspection, sampling, testing, and disposition of components and raw materials as per SOP's and specifications.
• Collaborate regularly with R&D, QA and Materials Management.
• Partner with outside vendors to coordinate offsite QC operations.
• Support of Quality Control operations by performing basic laboratory responsibilities including environmental monitoring, lab support, inventory of laboratory chemicals and critical reagent supplies, and sample submissions to contract labs.
• Create, revise, issue material specifications.
• Individual will facilitate and monitor the material lifecycle process.
• Flexible and responsive to customer needs.
• Other responsibilities as required.

Qualifications:

• HS Diploma, 0-1 years’ industry experience in cGMP, or equivalent.
• Direct work experience in raw materials quality inspection system and related systems.
• Direct technical experience writing CAPA’s.
• Must be able to lift/pull up to 40 pounds.
• Personal transportation required.
• Occasional Weekend or Holiday coverage (as needed).
• Rotating off-shift alarm coverage. May be required to carry a company issued cell phone

Preferred Qualifications:

• Effective time management, multitasking and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and cross functional team experience.
• Computer skills in systems such as Microsoft Word, Excel and TrackWise.
• Knowledge of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).

Why Vericel?

• Cutting-Edge Science: Work with a leading regenerative medicine product that is transforming patient care.
• Career Growth: Be a part of a growing organization with opportunities to expand your impact.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about improving lives.

EEO Statement

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or protected veteran status and will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Vericel Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Vericel Corporation is VEVRAA federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans for job openings at all locations within the state.

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