QC Laboratory Specialist
QC Laboratory SpecialistQuality ControlSt. Louis, Missouri, USAdded - 12/05/2026Our client is a growing chemical manufacturing organization and is seeking a skilled QC Laboratory Specialist to support Quality Control operations within a GMP-regulated laboratory and manufacturing environment.Located in St. Louis, MOContract to hirePay: $28-32/hourKey ResponsibilitiesSupervise day-to-day QC instrumentation activities, including scheduling calibrations, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting support.Ensure QC and manufacturing instruments are qualified, calibrated, and maintained in compliance with SOPs and GMP requirements.Perform calibration and preventive maintenance activities on instruments including pH Meters, Moisture Analyzers, Balances/Scales, Particle Size Analyzers, FTIR, and Magnet Pull Testing equipmentLead and support instrument lifecycle activities including IQ/OQ/PQ qualification, requalification, and decommissioning.Coordinate with external vendors for repairs, calibration services, and qualification support.Maintain instrument documentation including calibration records, usage logs, maintenance records, and deviation documentation.Lead or support investigations related to equipment failures, data integrity concerns, and instrument-related OOS results.Support quality systems activities including deviations, CAPAs, change controls, and related documentation.Train and mentor QC analysts on proper instrument operation, troubleshooting, and routine care.Participate in internal audits and regulatory inspections by providing instrumentation-related documentation and support.Collaborate with IT and Validation teams to ensure computerized system validation and data integrity compliance.Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives related to instrumentation, compliance, and workflow efficiency.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.Minimum of 5 years of laboratory experience, including at least 3 years supporting laboratory instrumentation in a regulated environment.Strong hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation such as pH Meters, Moisture Analyzers, Balances/Scales, Particle Size Analyzers, FTIR, and Magnet Pull Testing equipment