Quality Control Specialist III

Agena BioscienceBozeman, Montana, United StatesOnsite

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference? At Mesa Labs, we’re passionate about protecting the vulnerable by enabling scientific breakthroughs, ensuring product integrity, increasing patient and worker safety, and improving quality of life around the world.

At Mesa Labs we offer competitive wages, including annual bonus opportunity and a comprehensive benefits package.Base Hourly Rate: $24-$26/hourThe total compensation opportunity includes the base salary, a 10% annual bonus opportunity based on company performance

Outstanding Benefits and Perks

We are proud to offer a variety of benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees:

Eligible for benefits the first day of the month following date of hire
Medical, dental and vision Insurance options
Health savings (HSA), healthcare & dependent care flexible spending (FSA) accounts
Company paid life, accident and short/long-term disability insurance
Three (3) weeks’ PTO that begins to accrue on Day 1
Paid sick leave up to 48 hours per year
Nine (9) paid company holidays per year
401(k) plan with 4% company match on a 4% employee contribution that begins on Day 1
Employee Wellness and Financial Assistance Resources through Cigna and NY Life
Four (4) weeks paid Caregiver Leave available to care for your loved ones after 12 months of employment or in accordance with state leave laws
On-site gym (Bozeman facility)
Overtime opportunities

In this role, you will be working on products that improve quality of life for patients, workers and consumers worldwide. Our products include sterilization and cleaning monitoring, mail in spore testing, and continuous monitoring products to name a few. Our services include validation and calibration services, sterilization cycle development and validation, and contract laboratory testing. Your work can have a direct impact on your life and the lives of those you love.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Inspection and Testing:

Conduct detailed inspections and tests on incoming materials, in-process products, and finished goods to verify compliance with quality specifications.
Utilize various measurement tools and techniques to assess product quality, including visual inspection and functional testing.

Documentation and Reporting:

Accurately document inspection results, including non-conformance reports and corrective actions taken.
Prepare and maintain quality reports that summarize findings, trends, and recommendations for improvements.

Collaboration and Communication:

Work closely with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to address quality-related issues in a timely manner.
Communicate inspection results and quality metrics effectively to relevant stakeholders.

Quality Improvement Initiatives:

Participate in root cause analysis for defects and collaborate with teams to implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to continuous quality enhancement efforts.

Standards Compliance:

Ensure adherence to industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal quality procedures.
Assist in conducting internal audits and support external audits as needed.

Training and Support:

Provide training and support to junior quality control staff on inspection techniques and quality standards.
Promote a culture of quality awareness and continuous improvement among team members.

Data Analysis:

Analyze quality data to identify trends, deviations, and areas needing attention.
Utilize statistical tools and software to assist in quality analysis and reporting.

Equipment Management:

Ensure that inspection equipment is calibrated and maintained according to established protocols.
Assist in troubleshooting equipment issues and coordinate maintenance as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required.
2 - 4 years of experience in quality control or inspection with significant experience in a manufacturing environment.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

Strong knowledge of quality control processes, inspection techniques, and measurement tools.
Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and standards.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with quality control software and data analysis tools.

Mesa Labs is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Mesa Labs prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment against applicants or employees based on age, race, sex, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, disability, military status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.

Life at Agena Bioscience

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Commitment to safety in the workplace, valuing of diversity, and promotion of a harassmentfree environment. | 3. Adherence to company ethics, code of conduct, policies, and best practices.</s> | 3. Valuing of diversity | 4. 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Mesa Labs prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment against applicants or employees based on age, race, sex, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, disability, military status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.</s> | Employee Wellness and Financial Assistance Resources through Cigna and NY Life</s> | Competitive wages including bonus opportunity and a comprehensive benefits package | Flexible time off policy | Eligible for benefits the first day of the month after you start | Company paid life insurance, short term and long-term disability | Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts | Four (4) weeks paid Care Giver leave | 401K with a 4% match on day 1 | Paid company holidays per year</s> | Dynamic environment with talented team members from different functional areas in an agile development environment. | Attend daily standup meetings, participate in code reviews, and contribute to the various design reviews and brainstorm sessions on architecture and system designs. | Stay abreast of emerging technologies, tools, and solutions in the software development field, especially for medical device development. 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Passionate about protecting vulnerable populations | 3. Valuing of diversity and promotion of a harassmentfree environment.</s> | Competitive wages including annual bonus opportunity and comprehensive benefits package | Outstanding benefits and perks such as medical, dental, and vision insurance options, health savings (HSA), healthcare & dependent care flexible spending (FSA) accounts, company paid life, accident, and short/long-term disability insurance | Four weeks paid Caregiver Leave available to care for loved ones after 12 months of employment or in accordance with state leave laws</s> | 1. Competitive wages, including annual bonus opportunity and a comprehensive benefits package. | 2. 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