Quality Assurance Specialist

Merck Group • $65K — $97K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Quality Assurance, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, Chemistry, or other Life Science discipline
  • 5+ years experience in quality assurance, distribution quality, warehousing, transportation, or controlled supply-chain environments
  • Preferred: Experience leading investigations and corrective action plans
  • Preferred: Familiarity with auditing processes for warehouses and logistics providers
  • Preferred: Knowledge of Good Distribution Practices and their application

Responsibilities

  • Protect product quality throughout the warehouse and distribution network
  • Oversee receiving, storage, inventory, temperature control, and transportation quality
  • Lead quality investigations and implement corrective actions
  • Continuous improvement of quality control processes
  • Qualify and monitor carriers, suppliers, and third-party logistics providers
  • Conduct audits and train distribution teams
  • Transform quality requirements into everyday practical controls

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Retirement contributions
  • Other perquisites
Full Job Description
Your Role:

As a Quality Assurance Specialist, Distribution, you will protect product quality as it moves through our warehouse and distribution network. You will serve as one of our site's Good Distribution Practices experts, overseeing receiving, storage, inventory, temperature control, and transportation quality. You will lead investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement, and you will qualify and monitor carriers, suppliers, and third-party logistics providers. You will also lead audits, train distribution teams, and turn quality requirements into practical, everyday controls that keep products safe, traceable, and compliant.

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Quality Assurance, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, Chemistry or other Life Science discipline
  • 5+ years experience in quality assurance, distribution quality, warehousing, transportation, or another controlled supply-chain environment


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience leading deviations, investigations, root-cause analysis, CAPA, or risk assessment
  • Experience conducting or supporting audits of warehouses, carriers, suppliers, or third-party logistics providers
  • Demonstrated working knowledge of Good Distribution Practices and how they apply to storage, handling, transportation, and traceability
  • Experience with temperature mapping, monitoring systems, or transportation and lane qualification studies
  • Working knowledge of ISO 9001, EU GDP, or other standards relevant to chemical or controlled-product distribution
  • Professional certification such as Certified Quality Auditor or Certified Quality Engineer.


Pay Range for this position: $65,100-$97,6000. per year.

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 click here.

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About Merck Group

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There has never been a more opportune time to join Merck Group, a leading science and technology company in healthcare, life science, and performance materials. Merck Group offers a plethora of job opportunities that cater to a variety of skills and professional aspirations, making it an ideal environment for both seasoned experts and those at the start of their career journey.

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At Merck Group, every team member contributes to breakthrough innovations in healthcare, life sciences, and electronics. The company's commitment to diversity and innovation fuels its leadership in various sectors, driving growth and transformation globally. Merck Group’s career paths are diverse, offering positions that challenge individuals to use their skills in new ways every day, supported by robust training programs and development opportunities.

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Merck Group is not just about jobs; it's about building a career. With a vast array of positions, from research and development to marketing and sales, the company is keen on hiring and nurturing talent to lead industry transformation. Merck Group’s dedication to professional growth is evident in its comprehensive benefits package and performance management processes that aim to maximize individual potential.

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Starting with an internship at Merck Group can be a pivotal step in securing a prosperous career. Interns gain invaluable industry experience, working alongside seasoned professionals and engaging in projects that offer real-world applications of their studies. Internships often lead to full-time employment opportunities, providing a seamless transition from education to professional employment.

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Merck Group is proud of its inclusive culture that embraces diversity and fosters an environment where all employees can thrive. The company’s leadership is committed to creating a workplace where diverse ideas lead to innovative outcomes. Merck Group also offers diversity training to ensure all team members are equipped to contribute to the company’s inclusive goals.

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Employees at Merck Group are encouraged to engage in networking and professional development activities that enhance their career trajectories. The company hosts various networking events, workshops, and seminars that are designed to hone skills and foster connections within the industry. Leadership development programs are also a cornerstone, preparing employees for future roles of increased responsibility.

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