Sr. Specialist, Quality Control

Overview

Job Description

Join Us in Shaping the Future of Animal Health. Our Animal Health Division is investing in expanding our manufacturing and research & development facilities in De Soto, Kansas — the state’s largest economic development project to date. This role is for a Sr. Specialist, Quality Control who will contribute to the production of veterinary products and oversee QC laboratory method transfers.

The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify gaps, implement controls, and drive continuous improvement to support the project.

• Serve as the Project lead for the QC laboratory transfers.
• Act as the liaison to project sponsors, informing them of the status of activities and resources.
• Represent the team at project/tier meetings.
• Evaluate site-to-site processes/methods.
• Resolve project issues effectively.
• Form and monitor teams to support the project; ensure each phase is completed on schedule to prevent delays.
• Coordinate site-level activities related to method transfers.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards before moving to the next phase.
• Review/approve required test method information (spec sheets, tests, biomaterials/reagents, release criteria).
• Review/approve protocols and reports associated with the project.
• Support completion of Transfer Complexity assessments.
• Author the Quality Risk Management Plan and support gap assessments.
• Coordinate Change Control plans and review/approve related Change Records.
• Ensure readiness for sample management (sampling plans, transport and handling).
• Support Regulatory Affairs with Outline of Production/Special Outline updates.

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Animal Science, Biotechnology, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years’ progressive experience within quality control in USDA-regulated animal product facilities.
• Experience with USDA regulations and inspection processes in manufacturing environments.
• Relevant practical experience with QC laboratory environments, method transfer, or related quality roles in biologics, vaccines, or similar industries.
• Experience with qualification of facilities, equipment, instruments, and/or utilities.
• Knowledge of GMP, quality systems, and regulatory expectations.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent documentation practices, and audit-ready records.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external vendors.
• Proficient with MS Office; experience with SAP and electronic quality management systems (Reliance, Veeva) preferred.

• Experience leading or supporting method transfers and performing go-sees.
• Strong project coordination skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with implementation of LIMS.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Primarily office-based with occasional travel between sites.
• Ability to travel for site visits/go-sees as required.

Adaptability, GMP, LIMS, Laboratory Operations, Manufacturing Environments, Project Coordination, Quality Control, Quality Control Management, Quality Standards, Technical Transfer, Testing, USDA Regulations

Laboratory Quality Control, Quality Management, Quality Management Systems (QMS)

Salary information and relocation:
The salary range for this role is $ - $. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement (401(k)), paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. More information about benefits is available on the company site.

Travel: 25%;
Work Arrangement:
Remote;
Shift: 1st - Day;
Valid Driving License:
Yes;
Hazardous Materials: N/A.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants and do not discriminate based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For accommodation requests during the application or hiring process, please contact us.

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Job Posting End Date: 07/31/2026. Requisition : R407646. This posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day before the listed end date. You can apply through the company careers page.