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As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for quality control associate in Maine is $24.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.93 and $30.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Quality Control Associate is responsible for ensuring that products meet established standards of quality, including reliability, usability, and performance. They conduct inspections, perform tests, and document their findings to identify defects or deviations from specifications. Quality Control Associates often work closely with production teams to address issues and help maintain compliance with industry regulations. Their role is critical in maintaining customer satisfaction and upholding the reputation of their company. They may work in a variety of industries, including pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, and food production.

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To thrive as a Quality Control Associate, you need a solid understanding of quality assurance principles, attention to detail, and often a background in science or manufacturing. Familiarity with inspection tools, laboratory equipment, and quality management systems (such as ISO standards) is typically required, and certifications like Six Sigma or ASQ may be advantageous. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills set exceptional candidates apart. These skills ensure that products consistently meet standards, reduce errors, and support overall operational excellence.

What are some common challenges quality control associates face when ensuring product consistency across different production batches?

Quality Control Associates often encounter challenges such as variations in raw material quality, changes in manufacturing processes, and tight production schedules that can lead to inconsistencies between batches. Addressing these issues requires keen attention to detail, effective communication with production teams, and a strong understanding of standard operating procedures. Staying proactive in identifying potential sources of variation and collaborating closely with other departments helps maintain high product standards and minimizes the risk of defects.

What is the difference between Quality Control Associate vs Quality Assurance Technician?

AspectQuality Control AssociateQuality Assurance Technician
CertificationsOften requires GMP, ISO, or industry-specific quality certificationsSimilar certifications, with focus on quality standards and compliance
Work EnvironmentLaboratory, manufacturing, or production settingsLaboratory, manufacturing, or quality compliance environments
Primary FocusInspecting products, testing samples, identifying defectsDeveloping and implementing quality systems, audits, and process improvements
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing, pharmaceuticals, food productionManufacturing, pharmaceuticals, food industry

While both roles focus on quality, the Quality Control Associate primarily inspects and tests products to identify defects, whereas the Quality Assurance Technician develops and maintains quality systems to prevent issues. Both roles are essential in ensuring product quality and compliance within manufacturing and production environments.

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Infographic showing various Quality Control Associate job openings in Maine as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 3% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,278 per year, or $24.7 per hour.

Associate Director, Histopathology Sciences

Bar Harbor, ME • On-site

The Jackson Laboratory
Biotechnology Research and Development • 1 - 5K employees
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Associate Director, Histopathology Sciences
The Histopathology Sciences (HPS) Associate Director manages a multi-user, multi-core facility that includes, but is not limited to, Clinical Chemistry, Electron Microscopy, Histology and Research Necropsy Services. This includes oversight of ~$3.0MM combined operating, R&D and capital budgets. The HPS Associate Director oversees several direct reports in all component areas, including individual core managers and supervisors and/or senior technologists. Clinical Chemistry, Histology, Electron Microscopy and Research Necropsy Service directly support multiple programs at all five JAX campuses, including research, production and diagnostic/pathology functions. Fulfilling these responsibilities requires extensive knowledge of multiple phenotyping technologies, including microscopy, sample handling/processing and the command of basic research principles as well as good leadership, management and communication skills. Oversight of this group includes staff management and guiding service development and process improvement as well as forecasting and budgeting. Added administrative responsibilities may include metric development and monitoring as well as grant applications and related reporting.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Managing Operations - Overseeing operational management of cores including:
    • Develop/establish major schedules, project management assignments and the allocation of manpower, space and equipment to ensure departmental commitments are met in compliance with institutional standards of operation and safety. Oversee instrument and facility operations and maintenance. Facilitate troubleshooting in a timely manner. Ensure services are delivered within reasonable and established turn-around times.
    • Manage direct reporting staff and activity; ensure best practices are followed by core supervisors and their direct reports. Assess employee performance including written reviews, assuring technical growth and competence through goal setting and facilitated training. Recruit and train new personnel as needed.
    • Establish and ensure service QC . Monitor adherence to department and institutional policy; assure SOPs and best practices are identified, incorporated and followed as part of service routine.

  • Administrative Duties- Responsible for administrative aspects of service operations including:
    • Responsibility for the cores' operating and capital budgets, space, technology and service expansion planning.
    • Develop operating and capital budgets, operate facility within budget, overseeing subsequent management for all reporting areas; provide forecasting; participate in costing.
    • Oversee or directly deliver activity tracking and billing activities - assuring that all required records are maintained and all billing is completed in an accurate and timely manner.
    • Participate in grant writing as required; responsible for grant reporting when applicable.
    • Serve on institutional committees as needed.
    • Participate in departmental planning and development.

  • User Relations and Communications- This position reports to the Executive Director of Scientific Services with input from Faculty and other major users (i.e. Pathology, Preclinical Services). Regular communication with these parties is indispensable as they provide guidance, direction and evaluation. In addition, the HPS Associate Director will:
    • Host Scientific Services Interest Group meetings or meet with users as needed and/or required.
    • Troubleshoot specific user needs.
    • Survey user(s) to assess satisfaction and changing needs.
    • Effectively communicate with scientists in protocol development & data interpretation.
    • Consult with users on experiment design and materials & methods optimization.
    • Other duties as assigned. The HPS Associate Director interacts with an extensive array of internal and external contacts; this individual may provide tours, training and other types of information to visitors such as students, visting faculty and other groups as needed.

  • Service Delivery and Core Expertise- As the subject matter expert in one or more cores, the HPS Associate Director delivers state-of-the-art services and other deliverables as needed or based on availability. The Associate Director will:
    • Maintain current understanding of routine and specialized practices in their field of expertise; evaluate new technology, advances and equipment.
    • Be involved in designing and carrying out experimental protocols for users, operating, maintaining and keeping the facility operating at an efficient and high level of productivity. Collaborate and/or assist an array of researchers with their projects; assist faculty, research support staff and students by assisting and training them as needed.
    • The Associate Director maintains professional certifications and/or membership in professional organizations, attends professional external meetings and applies information from those meetings to the facility operations as warranted.

KEY METRICS
Management - Cores are operated efficiently in compliance with all SOPs and safety protocols. Cores have appropriate staff, resources and equipment to deliver top quality services to users. Core personnel are tasked appropriately and provided with training and opportunity to grow in their positions.
  • Administration - All budgets are prepared and submitted on time; the cores are operated within budget. Accurate records are maintained and billing is carried out regularly. Reports, grants and other documents (i.e. job descriptions, performance reviews, SOPs) are prepared and submitted on time. Plans for development, expansion, succession, etc. are in place and updated.
  • User Relations and Communications - Users receive regular communications from the HPS Associate Director and can request new services, participate in HPS development and/or provide feedback regarding HPS services.
  • Service Delivery and Core Expertise - As time permits, service to users for specific projects or service development, such as introducing new technology or methodology, is provided.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Requires technical proficiency achieved through a Master's Degree in a scientific field (i.e. biology, chemistry, biotechnology) and minimum of 5 years of research experience in the same technical area, including 3 years management/supervisory experience OR a Bachelor's Degree in a scientific field (i.e. biology, chemistry, biotechnology), demonstrating technical expertise within that field in addition to a Master's Degree in Business Administration plus a minimum of 5 years of research experience in the same technical area, including 3 years management/supervisory experience.
  • The HPS Associate Director must have a professional approach with exceptional verbal and written communication skills. The Associate Director must thrive in a constantly changing environment and enjoy working with a diverse client base; this position requires excellent interpersonal skills to work with a variety of individuals, including technical and non-technical personnel, faculty and other service users. Must provide a flexible interface in a customer needs-driven role.
  • Must be experienced in budget development, planning, forecasting and grant writing. Excellent math and written skills are required. Advanced facility with computer applications/tools is essential; familiarity with LIMS applications and implementation is preferred.
  • Must have had prior personnel management experience including tasking, evaluation, skill building, and training and general performance management. Should be able to critically evaluate technical work products of others and identify and address process improvement opportunities. Must be an effective team builder.
  • Self-motivated, independent, patient and disciplined with a desire to facilitate access to core services is necessary.

Pay Range: $113,718 - $190,388 per year, dependent upon experience.
About JAX:
The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California), Japan and China. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.
Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community. For more information, please visit www.jax.org.
EEO Statement:
The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.

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