Quality Control Associate

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking Quality Control Associates for a 3-month contract opportunity with a biotechnology company in Wilsonville, OR. Pay rate: $22 per hour. Workplace: Onsite.

About the role

Step into a pivotal quality role at the forefront of synthetic DNA manufacturing. As QC Associate II, you will drive both the implementation and strategic enhancement of quality control processes within a fast-paced, innovative production environment. Partnering directly with laboratory operations, you will apply advanced analytical techniques, including NGS, quantitative PCR, fragment analysis, and more, to safeguard the performance and reliability of high-value DNA products. This highly visible position demands an analytical thinker who brings a thorough, data-centric approach to each phase of quality control. Your work will ensure every production lot meets or exceeds stringent standards across regulatory, industry, and customer dimensions.

Responsibilities

• Independently oversee quality release of synthetic DNA product lines to guarantee full compliance with exacting customer requirements.
• Execute and optimize QC assays (NGS, qPCR, fragment analysis, NanoDrop/Qubit), quickly escalate off-spec data, and resolve assay challenges.
• Initiate and document nonconformances, drive containment actions, and contribute to corrective and preventive investigations, utilizing advanced root cause methodologies (DMAIC, 5-Why, Fishbone, etc.).
• Play a key role in data analysis and reporting by preparing comprehensive quality reports and trends, and authoring essential operational documentation (SOPs, test guides, labels).
• Rigorously maintain QC records and lab inventory per ISO and GDP standards; champion diligent calibration and documentation practices.
• Identify, propose, and implement continuous improvement projects that strengthen overall product and process quality.

Requirements

• BS or MS in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or related discipline.
• 0-2 years’ industrial experience in QC or related operations, ideally in a high-throughput environment.
• Strong working knowledge of molecular biology assays (PCR, sequencing, cloning) and analytical methodologies (spectroscopy, gel electrophoresis).
• Familiarity with GMP/ISO compliance, LIMS platforms, and lab automation/robotic systems is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting ability and initiative in fast-moving settings.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and a track record of collaborative achievement.

Benefits

• Voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, and a legal plan.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year).
• Transit spending account.
• Paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Pay

$22 per hour

Schedule

3-month contract opportunity