Quality Associate

Vaxxinona US • Willmar, MN

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About The Position

Vaxxinova US is seeking a Quality Associate in Willmar, Minnesota. The role provides a link between Quality Control and Quality Assurance, reports to Quality Assurance and Regulatory, and interacts frequently with Quality Control. The position reviews QC testing documents, prepares testing summaries for intermediate and final products—including 2008 submissions for serial release—and approves daily vaccine shipments.

The Quality Associate also supports compliance with USDA regulations and internal procedures, verifies government and state approvals before vaccine shipments, and reviews incoming raw material receipts. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or certificate required.
• Basic microbiology principles.
• Basic math skills.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Adobe.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Resourcefulness.
• Consistent and exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Ability to adapt and react positively to changes in daily routine.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree or higher preferred.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in a laboratory or quality-related role highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review QC testing documentation.
• Work with QC technicians and management to resolve errors or omissions and ensure incidents and deviations are documented appropriately.
• Prepare testing specification summaries for intermediate products tested in the QC lab.
• Prepare final product label templates in compliance with USDA regulations and internal procedures.
• Ensure government and state approvals are obtained before vaccine shipments.
• Prepare test reports and submit 2008 documentation through the NCAH portal for all final product serials.
• Review and approve incoming receipts of raw materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employer contributions toward medical, dental, and vision premiums.
• Health Savings Account with company contribution.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid time off accrual.
• Nine paid holidays.
• Company-paid shutdown consisting of four business days between December 25 and December 31.
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Other voluntary benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED