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Adecco

QC Inspector

Chelmsford, MA

$24.20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Assists the QC Supervisor, QA Engineer and/or Quality Manager in the required areas as listed in ... In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other ...

Adecco

QC Inspector

Chelmsford, MA · On-site

$24.20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Assists the QC Supervisor, QA Engineer and/or Quality Manager in the required areas as listed in ... In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other ...

TScan Therapeutics

Director, Quality Control

Waltham, MA · On-site

$210K - $220K/yr

Reporting to the Associate Vice President of QC and AD, the ideal candidate should have relevant experience in compendial, cellular, molecular, and environmental monitoring in a cGMP facility, and ...

TScan Therapeutics

Director, Quality Control

Waltham, MA · On-site

$210K - $220K/yr

Reporting to the Associate Vice President of QC and AD, the ideal candidate should have relevant experience in compendial, cellular, molecular, and environmental monitoring in a cGMP facility, and ...

Sloan

Be Seen First

Quality Control Inspector

Andover, MA · On-site

$54K - $60K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Quality Control Inspector will be responsible for testing and inspecting components and ... Associate Degree. * Hazardous Waste & USDOT Hazardous Materials. * Power Industrial Truck ...

Amrize

Quality Control Technician II

Saugus, MA

$19 - $24.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Quality Control Technician II | Req ID: 16555 | HR Contact: Roscoe Chambers | Location: Saugus ... Associate's degree Required Work Experience: 3-5 year Required Training/Certifications: State ...

Amrize

Quality Control Technician II

Saugus, MA · On-site

$19 - $24.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Provides QC support on various residential and commercial projects WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH ... Associate's degree Required Work Experience: 3-5 year Required Training/Certifications: State ...

Integra LifeSciences

Senior Quality Control Inspector

Braintree, MA · On-site

$23.28 - $31.46/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

A bachelor's degree or associate degree in a related field is preferred. * Related work experience ... Knowledge of QC terms, tools, and methodologies. * Working knowledge of standard laboratory ...

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How much do qc associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for qc associate in Stoneham, MA is $27.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.24 and $33.94 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a QC associate?

A QC (Quality Control) Associate is a professional responsible for performing tests and inspections on products, materials, or processes to ensure they meet established quality standards. They work primarily in manufacturing, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or food industries, helping to identify defects and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements. QC Associates document their findings, report issues, and may assist in implementing corrective actions to improve product quality. Their work is critical in ensuring that only safe and effective products reach customers.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a QC associate?

To thrive as a QC Associate, you need a background in chemistry, biology, or a related scientific field, often supported by a relevant degree or laboratory experience. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, analytical instruments (like HPLC or GC), and quality management systems (such as GMP or ISO standards) is typically required. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for ensuring accuracy and collaborating with team members. These competencies are essential for maintaining product quality, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency in quality control environments.

What challenges do QC associates face when ensuring product quality, and how can they be addressed?

QC Associates often encounter challenges such as tight production deadlines, handling multiple testing protocols, and maintaining accuracy under pressure. Adapting to new technologies or updated regulatory standards can also present difficulties. To address these, strong organizational skills, continuous training, and effective communication with cross-functional teams are essential. Additionally, maintaining thorough documentation and proactively identifying potential issues can help ensure consistent product quality and compliance.

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Infographic showing various Qc Associate job openings in Stoneham, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 8% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,959 per year, or $27.9 per hour.

QC Raw Material Scientific Sr. Associate/Associate (Contract) 29688

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated

Boston, MA • On-site

$35 - $42/hr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Vertex Pharmaceuticals rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

78th of 86 rated pharmaceutical

Job description


The QC raw material scientific/sr. scientific associate operates independently to perform raw material testing such as appearance and ID of materials including but not limited to small molecules, chemicals, solvents and gases. The associate will be responsible for supporting shipment of samples to external contract testing labs which includes - process and receipt in LIMS, packaging of samples at appropriate storage conditions, completion of respective vendor sample submission form, and processing of final results in LIMS/associated internal forms. The associate will also be responsible for performing particle characterization of foreign particulates found in various sample types (i.e. finished product, cryopreserved intermediate, water flushing). The ideal candidate will have expertise in particle analysis techniques and instrumentation as well as conducting various raw material analytical testing.
** The identified candidate will need to pass a vision and color blindness test **
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Works with multiple functional groups to meet business needs.
  • Performs internal raw material testing per associated material specification to support GMP operations
  • Supports shipment of samples to external contract testing labs for respective testing per associated material specification
  • Characterize sub-visible and visible particulates by FTIR and optical microscopy
  • Individual should be capable of writing reports related to work completed in laboratory.
  • Trains on routine operation, maintenance and theory of analytical instrumentation, SOPs and regulatory procedures and guidelines.
  • Problem solving, either independently or with assistance pertaining to extraction of particulates and/or instrumentation problems.
  • Performs work assignments accurately, and in a timely and safe manner
  • Reviews, interprets, and analyzes data for technical, quality and compliance to protocols, methods, SOPs, client criteria and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) or Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
  • Performs self and peer review of the data for accuracy and compliance

Knowledge and Skills:
  • Team focused, demonstrate high level of integrity, and have strong collaboration, communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Prior experience using FTIR and raw material testing experience
  • Knowledge of multiple applicable techniques such as: particle size, microscopy
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
  • Proven ability in technical writing skills
  • Proven problem solving and troubleshooting abilities
  • Good written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work in a collaborative work environment with a team
  • Experience being involved with analytical investigations/deviations

Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in a biologic field, life sciences, engineering, chemistry, pharmaceutical science.
  • At least 5 years' experience in the pharmaceutical industry, biotech industry, life sciences industry.
  • Particle ID and raw material experience is a plus

Work Hours
  • Standard Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm (with flexibility to support second shift / weekends as needed)

Pay Range
$35-42/hr (Associate) $42-48/hr (Sr. Associate)
Requisition Disclaimer
This job posting is for a temporary role with a third-party agency partner on assignment at Vertex Pharmaceuticals ("Vertex"). The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of a third- party agency partner; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by the third-party agency partner upon offer. The pay rate range provided is a reasonable estimate of the anticipated compensation range for this job at the time of posting. The actual pay rate will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, location and/or being pursued and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition, this role will be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements
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