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Quality Control Lab Assistant Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

Lab Assistant

Pleasant Prairie, WI · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

The Lab Assistant will support clinical laboratory operations by performing sample collection ... This role ensures quality control, safety compliance, and efficient inventory management during ...

Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards Lab Assistant II (Advanced Responsibilities): * Perform all Lab Assistant I duties * Verify and reconcile specimen information for accuracy ...

Quality Control

Monroe, WI · On-site

$17.75 - $22.50/hr

The Quality Control Technician plays a critical role in ensuring product quality, compliance, and ... Lab (40%), Manufacturing Floor (20%), Desk/Computer (40%). Diversity & Inclusion Statement UPG ...

Quality Control

Monroe, WI · On-site

$17.75 - $22.50/hr

The Quality Control Technician plays a critical role in ensuring product quality, compliance, and ... Lab (40%), Manufacturing Floor (20%), Desk/Computer (40%). Diversity & Inclusion Statement UPG ...

... and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW ... Clinical Lab Assistant Float - Labs About UW Health UW Health is an integrated academic health ...

Clinical Lab Assistant * Discipline: Allied Health Professional * Duration: Ongoing * Employment ... the quality and safety of patient care, performing a wide range of procedures that assist our ...

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Quality Control Lab Assistant information

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Quality Control Lab Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Quality Control Lab Assistant, you need a background in chemistry or biology, attention to detail, and familiarity with laboratory procedures, often supported by an associate's degree or relevant coursework. Experience using analytical instruments such as spectrophotometers, pH meters, and laboratory information management systems (LIMS) is typically required. Strong organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to follow precise protocols help set top performers apart. These skills and qualities are crucial to ensuring accurate testing, regulatory compliance, and the overall reliability of laboratory results.

What are some common challenges faced by Quality Control Lab Assistants, and how can they be managed?

Quality Control Lab Assistants often face challenges such as maintaining strict adherence to standardized testing protocols, managing a high volume of samples under tight deadlines, and ensuring accurate record-keeping for compliance purposes. To manage these challenges, it's important to develop strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication with team members and supervisors. Many labs provide thorough training and encourage collaboration, which helps new assistants acclimate to the fast-paced environment while maintaining high-quality standards.

What does a Quality Control Lab Assistant do?

A Quality Control Lab Assistant supports laboratory operations by conducting tests and inspections on products or materials to ensure they meet specified standards. They prepare samples, operate laboratory equipment, record and analyze data, and help maintain a clean and organized lab environment. Their work helps identify defects or deviations from quality standards, contributing to the overall safety and effectiveness of products before they reach customers.

What is the difference between Quality Control Lab Assistant vs Quality Control Technician?

AspectQuality Control Lab AssistantQuality Control Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; certifications varyHigh school diploma; often additional certifications or training
Work EnvironmentLaboratory setting, supporting testing activitiesLaboratory and production environments, performing tests and inspections
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with sample preparation and data entryConducting tests, analyzing results, and ensuring quality standards

While both roles work in laboratory settings within quality assurance, the Quality Control Lab Assistant primarily supports testing processes and data management, whereas the Quality Control Technician actively performs testing and analysis to ensure product quality. The Technician role typically requires more technical skills and certifications, making it more hands-on in quality control procedures.

QC Lab Inspector - Richfield Location

QC Lab Inspector - Richfield Location

MGS Mfg. Group, Inc

Richfield, WI

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

MGS has an exciting opportunity for a Quality Inspector to join our MGS Richfieldteam. Current openings are for both Day and Night Shift. Work hours are 7:00to 7:00 under a 2-2-3 rotation, working 3 days one week (36 hours) and 4 days the next (48 hours). Would need to train on 8 hour day shift.

As a Quality Inspector at MGS, you are responsible for conducting in-process inspections on MGS manufactured product and documenting the results according to Quality, Regulatory, and Customer requirements. The role of Quality Inspector will work closely with the MGS Operations team and Quality Engineers daily to provide feedback regarding the part quality.

Below are additional duties and responsibilities:

  • Learn and master all necessary areas of the quality system.
  • Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
  • Knowledgeable in inspection criteria (Visual Inspection Criteria (VIC), Quality Alerts, Inspection Reports (IR).)
  • Read and understand customer drawings and specifications.
  • Collect and perform thorough inspections of molded and assembled components to ensure they meet specified quality standards, regulations, and safety requirements including:
    • Visual Inspections
    • Measurements
    • Functional Test Methods
  • Identify and document defects, discrepancies, or non-conformances in products or processes.
    • Determine whether defects are within acceptable tolerances or require corrective actions.
  • Record inspection results, measurements, and other relevant data accurately and in accordance with established procedures.
  • Maintain detailed records of inspections, defects, and corrective actions taken to correct the issue.
  • Operate various testing and measurement equipment such as coordinate measuring machines, vision systems, moisture, and force testing to accurately assess product dimensions and characteristics.
  • Communicate with production supervision to align with daily production schedule.
  • Collaborate with production team, engineers, and other stakeholders to communicate quality issues, recommend corrective actions, and ensure the products meet quality expectations.
  • Collaborate with Quality Engineers for Root Cause Analysis investigations for defects or quality issues, aiming to identifying underlying problems and contributing factors to aid in prevention of future re-occurrences.
  • Audit in-process records assuring process is in defined limits.
  • Initiate non-conformance alerts and notify Quality Technician and/or Management.
    • Confirm failed inspection results using co-workers, additional production samples, and/or documented resources.
    • Communicate non-conformance to production line lead and/or supervision.
    • Facilitate containment activity with Operation personnel.
    • Assist Operations with the documentation and handling of nonconforming products.
  • Assist with training of new inspectors on quality control procedures, standards, and best practices.
  • Communicate shift notes with previous and following Quality Inspectors and/or Quality Technicians to ensure correct and accurate interpretation of information.
  • Support new product introduction activities as needed.
  • Perform daily, weekly, and monthly housekeeping within the lab and applicable part retain areas.
  • Any other duties as assigned.

About MGS

As a global provider of healthcare manufacturing solutions, MGS provides the right balance to drive vital innovations: robust end-to-end solutions combined with the strong customer focus and seamless collaboration of an agile partner. That's why we're the engineering and manufacturing partner of choice for today's leading Pharma, Diagnostic and MedTech innovators. Serving customers from 12 strategically located facilities around the world, we transform our customers' most pressing challenges into innovations that improve lives. To learn more about MGS, please visitwww.mgsmfg.com.