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As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for quality control scientist in Colorado is $36.30, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.06 and $41.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a quality control scientist do?

A Quality Control Scientist ensures that products meet required safety, quality, and regulatory standards. They perform laboratory tests, analyze data, and identify deviations in manufacturing processes. Their role is crucial in industries like pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and food production to maintain compliance and product consistency. They also collaborate with production teams to implement corrective actions and improve quality control procedures.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a quality control scientist?

A Quality Control Scientist typically needs a solid background in chemistry, biology, or related sciences, backed by a relevant degree and experience with laboratory testing protocols. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards, and analytical instruments such as HPLC or GC is crucial, and certifications like ASQ or Six Sigma can be advantageous. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills help individuals excel in this role. These competencies ensure precise, compliant testing processes and facilitate reliable product quality in regulated industries.

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Quality Control Scientists often face challenges such as meeting tight production deadlines while maintaining strict adherence to regulatory and quality standards. They must also troubleshoot unexpected test results or equipment issues, which requires patience and analytical problem-solving skills. In addition, collaborating with cross-functional teams, such as manufacturing or R&D, to resolve quality concerns can present communication and coordination challenges. Overcoming these obstacles is essential to ensure that products consistently meet required specifications and industrial regulations.

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Infographic showing various Quality Control Scientist job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $75,506 per year, or $36.3 per hour.

QC Analyst II (Onsite) - 1st Shift (Tuesday - Saturday)

Tolmar

Fort Collins, CO • On-site

$36 - $37/hr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago


Tolmar rating

9.8

Company rating: 9.8 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

1st of 86 rated pharmaceutical


Job description

Core Hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Training Hours may vary

Purpose and Scope
Performs routine testing of raw materials, cleaning samples, bulk intermediate and finished product, and/or stability samples, according to established regulatory protocols and procedures.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
  • Perform analyses on a variety of samples using intermediate preparation techniques and analysis methods. Employee will be trained and become proficient in the intermediate preparation techniques and analysis methods.
  • At the direction of management, train junior analysts in analysis methods and lab techniques.
  • Accountable for documenting all activities and maintaining records according to good documentation practices.
  • Accountable for proper use, care and maintenance of instrumentation.
  • Perform intermediate method transfers.
  • Provide detailed accounts of testing performed to investigators. Under the direct supervision of an investigator, may perform investigational testing.
  • Make scientific recommendations to management/technical writers regarding QC procedures.
  • Completes tasks on time and works to eliminate repeat errors. Follows all procedures applicable to job functions to ensure high quality of work.
  • Prioritizes tasks and performs job duties with minimal guidance from management. Works to complete tasks in an efficient manner, and is a productive member of the department. Contributes to a highly productive environment by avoiding distractions.
  • Employee is responsible for ensuring that company and regulatory data integrity guidelines are consistently followed.
  • Accountable for maintaining an atmosphere of teamwork, cordiality and respect towards co-workers. Willing to assist co-workers in the completion of tasks.
  • Will represent the department by providing accounts and results of method transfer activities and assist with troubleshooting aberrant method transfer results, if necessary.
  • Interacts respectfully with all other employees both inside and outside of the department and members of management, and shows interest in others' input and reasoning. Appropriately resolves differences of opinion.
  • Upon delegation, may be responsible for representing the QC chemistry laboratory when communicating with outside departments and vendors.
  • Identifies issues and escalates those issues to the department senior leadership or management as appropriate.
  • Provide support to the department leadership with the implementation of new systems, and continuous improvement efforts. Generates new ideas to create efficiencies and improve processes; willingly supports new ideas and process enhancements.
  • Participate in required annual hazardous waste training. Hazardous waste involvement may include, but is not limited to container and tank management and inspections, generation of hazardous waste as a part of production or sampling processes and transfer of hazardous waste between lab procedure area, satellite accumulation and storage. Respond to spills per the Chemical Spill Procedures.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Knowledge of a government regulated laboratory environment, preferably for drugs or medical devices including cGMP, GLP and ICH and their application to laboratory testing and review processes and procedures.
  • Intermediate understanding of the use of USP, NF and other compendia.
  • Ability to use and maintain analytical laboratory instruments such as HPLC, FTIR, GPC, GC, and UV-Vis spectrophotometers.
  • Effective written and oral communication skills.
  • Knowledge of computer systems for sample tracking, laboratory equipment, raw data handling and storage.
  • Ability to interpret, understand and follow analytical procedures/calculations and scientific principles.

Core Values
  • The QC Analyst II is expected to operate within the framework of Tolmar's Core Values:
    • Center on People: We commit to support the well-being of our patients and treat our employees and those we serve as valued partners. By placing people at the heart of our actions, we actively engage, invigorate, acquire knowledge, and grow together with an enterprise-wide mindset that lifts the whole organization.
    • Are Proactive & Agile: We embody a culture of engagement and action. With a hands-on approach, we fearlessly adapt to change. We anticipate, respond swiftly and efficiently to ignite a spirit that propels us towards extraordinary outcomes.
    • Act Ethically: We are committed to consistently conducting our business in an ethical, compliant, and socially aware manner, in line with our purpose of positively impacting lives. We actively cultivate diversity, equity, inclusion & sustainability in our workplace.
    • Constantly Improve: We are committed to a proactive, collaborative effort to enhance our products, systems, processes, and services by reducing waste, increasing efficiency, and improving quality. We strive to be innovative, embracing calculated risk-taking that drives better ways of working.
    • Are Accountable: We think, act, and communicate with honesty, transparency, and clarity in alignment with our core values. We don't compromise our values for near term gain. We take accountability & ownership of our work, actions, successes, and setbacks. We strive to deliver our best as we shape the future.

Education & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in scientific discipline, preferably in Chemistry or Biochemistry.
  • Two or more years of experience in an analytical laboratory position.

Compensation and Benefits
  • Pay: $36.00 - $37.00 per hour, depending on experience
  • Shift Differential: 10% after training period
  • Benefits summary: https://www.tolmar.com/careers/employee-benefits

Tolmar compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay and a strong benefits package. The final compensation offered may vary from the posted range based on the selected candidates qualifications and experience.
Working Conditions
  • Laboratory setting. Will be exposed to solvents, bio-hazardous materials, hazardous waste, and pharmaceuticals.
  • Must be adaptable to shifting priorities and operate with a sense of urgency while maintaining high quality in order to meet important timelines in a high throughput lab.
  • Business demands may present a need to work extended hours.

Tolmar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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About Tolmar

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Industry

Pharmaceutical and medicine manufacturing

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Fort Collins, CO, US

Year founded

2006