Associate Quality Control Chemist (Laboratory)

The businesses of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany
Sheboygan Falls, WI

Work Location: Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin
Shift: No
Department: LS-SC-UHQC2 Sheboygan QC 2nd
Recruiter:Michelle Cole


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Your Role

The Associate Quality Control Chemist performs precise product evaluations according to established protocols and provides technical support to ensure departmental success. This role is responsible for maintaining laboratory operations and supporting group goals through the following duties:

  • Perform routine assays and analytical evaluations of products and intermediates, ensuring results meet established specifications and unit operation requirements
  • Review stock suitability data in accordance with Quality Management System (QMS) guidelines to ensure all materials meet laboratory standards
  • Support general quality review functions and maintain meticulous, accurate records in logbooks consistent with cGMP and quality procedures
  • Manage laboratory support tasks, including equipment maintenance, reagent preparation, inventory restocking, and compliant waste disposal
  • Identify and implement process improvements by applying scientific knowledge and experience in compliance with change control procedures
  • Communicate operational status and deviations to management and relevant departments to maintain a focus on customer excellence and site-wide goals
  • Perform procedures accurately and independently, prioritizing responsibilities to stay aligned with established department objectives
  • Act as a technical resource by training personnel, resolving unsafe conditions, and participating in quality audits as needed
  • Hours/Days: 4:00 PM - 2:30 AM, Wed-Sat -On-site position

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or other Life Science discipline
  • 2+ years of combined academic and professional laboratory experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or other life science discipline
  • 4+ years of experience in a laboratory or quality review environment
  • Proficiency in analytical techniques, chemical calculations, and safe laboratory practices
  • Working knowledge of Data Integrity principles and proficiency with database software and the Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively in a team setting
  • Demonstrated self-motivation, adaptability, and effective time-management abilities

Pay Range for this position - $24.00-$44.00/hourly

The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information clickhere.


The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.

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