Quality Control Specialist

Idexx•Westbrook, ID

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Quality Specialist, you will be part of a team that supports the manufacture, improvement, and understanding of our veterinary diagnostic products. You will participate and contribute to a fast-paced, technically-focused team, executing routine and non-routine analysis of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods on a variety of diagnostic platforms. You will be making a difference by producing the innovative products that help to keep animals healthy. This role will be responsible for the manufacture and testing of panels and controls used in our diagnostic kits. This is a cross-functional role, working on SNAP, Plate, and Slide assays that will progress to more complex work. You will follow approved processes and procedures in the manufacture and testing of components and products. You will operate under 5S & Lean Manufacturing principles following ISO standards. You will work closely with teammates and representatives from the functional areas that we support and rely on to be successful. You will prepare materials, conduct prescribed testing, and record data. You will participate on cross-functional teams in problem-solving as needed. As part of the team, you’ll identify project opportunities, generating ideas and solutions. You will document production activities and experiments, prepare reports and summaries, and maintain appropriate records. You will adhere to and model the IDEXX Purpose & Guiding Principles.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline.
Continuous learner who embraces a growth mindset.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Successful track record working both individually and as part of a team.
Strong time management ability.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient in documenting and analyzing test results and problem-solving.
Skilled at using Microsoft Office products.
Ability to work first shift hours.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of working in a production laboratory setting.
Ability to discriminate colors.
Ability to communicate verbally on the phone and in person with fluency in the English language.
Specific vision ability: close, color, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Preferred relevant experience in a laboratory setting supported by a good understanding of biological sciences.
Experience with analytical tools such as JMP is a plus.

Responsibilities

Manufacture and testing of panels and controls used in diagnostic kits.
Execute routine and non-routine analysis of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods.
Follow approved processes and procedures in the manufacture and testing of components and products.
Operate under 5S & Lean Manufacturing principles following ISO standards.
Prepare materials, conduct prescribed testing, and record data.
Participate on cross-functional teams in problem-solving.
Identify project opportunities, generating ideas and solutions.
Document production activities and experiments, prepare reports and summaries, and maintain appropriate records.
Adhere to and model the IDEXX Purpose & Guiding Principles.