Associate Quality Control

Associate Quality Control

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will execute and review analytical testing in our cGMP laboratory. The role will be based out of Amgen Rhode Island and will work under the mentorship of the hiring manager. It is an administrative shift, Monday through Friday.

The Raw Material Centralized Testing team provides analytical expertise in testing raw materials to meet Amgen specifications and ensure a constant supply of raw materials for Amgen products. The laboratory employs a variety of test methodologies that utilizes sophisticated equipment including HPLC, GC and ICPMS. The team provides these crucial services for the entire Amgen production network, to ensure only the highest quality raw materials are used to build products for our patients.

• Follow safety guidelines, cGMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) and other applicable regulatory requirements
• Generate complete, accurate, and concise laboratory documentation using electronic systems and laboratory notebooks
• Ensures that facilities, equipment, materials, organization, processes, procedures and products follow cGMP practices and other applicable regulations
• Operate laboratory equipment and instrumentation
• Performs review and approval of assays, documents and records
• Supports Continual Improvement initiatives
• Alerts management of quality, compliance, supply and safety risks
• Participate in laboratory investigations
• Perform general laboratory housekeeping activities
• Completes required assigned training to permit carry through of required tasks
• Performs additional duties as specified by management

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The dedicated professional we seek is a great teammate with these qualifications.

• High school diploma / GED and 2 years of Quality or Operations experience OR
• Associate’s degree and 6 months of Quality or Operations experience OR
• Bachelor’s degree

• Professional work experience in a fast‑paced, flexible GxP laboratory
• Demonstrated experience with various laboratory practices
• Self-motivated, strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks at one time with supervision
• Strong interpersonal skills (both written and oral), facilitation and presentation skills
• Demonstrate ability to be flexible and adaptable
• Knowledge of pharmacopeial testing, USP (United States Pharmacopeia) and PhEUR (European Pharmacopeia)
• Experience with benchtop wet chemistry (color change/precipitation reactions, titrations etc.) or HPLC/GC (high-performance liquid chromatography/gas chromatography) experience

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also care for your professional and personal growth and well‑being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

• A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales‑based incentive plan
• Stock‑based long‑term incentives
• Award‑winning time‑off plans
• Flexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.