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Quality Control Specialist jobs are open across manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, food production, aerospace, and medical devices, from entry-level inspector to senior QC lead, with specializations in supplier quality, regulatory compliance, and process validation. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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What a Principal Specialist, Quality Control (Data Review) contributes to Cardinal Health
Quality Control is responsible for the analysis and inspection of products or processes for compliance with specifications and standards.
Reports to Manager, Quality Control (Chemistry).
Performs visual assessment and analytical evaluation or testing of products/processes.
Demonstrates knowledge of testing methods, product usage, and applicable regulations and standards.
Adheres to established policies and procedures.
Establishes test methodology and may contribute to the development of policies and procedures.
May provide technical guidance and training to others on SOPs and quality guidelines.
What is expected of you and others at this level
Serves as a technical leader within Quality Control chemistry.
Exhibits Cardinal Health's high ethical standards and code of conduct.
Approaches work situations with a positive and energizing style.
Possesses in-depth knowledge of work processes and tools within own area and can function as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for processes, tools, and equipment.
Gain awareness of other departments at site. Seek to understand the functions of those departments and the points of interaction between QC and your role.
Exhibit professional conduct, respect for others, and understands how to be successful in a team environment.
Is detail oriented, organized, had the ability to multi-task, and is self-motivated. Is aware of internal/external business issues and adapts work priorities in own area.
Demonstrates strong communication skills. Effectively listens to and explains difficult issues to reach shared understanding and build alignment.
Takes actions to continually improve quality and safety in daily work. Actively participates in improving work processes to meet and exceed expectations. Identifies opportunities for improvement based on process observations, outcome measures, and feedback.
Reports errors in a timely and appropriate manner. Takes initiative and is accountable for areas of responsibility meeting regulatory requirements including but not limited to maintaining required trainings as appropriate to position requirements.
Has the ability to act calmly and patiently when working under pressure and/conditions of stress. Maintains integrity, composure, communicates with honesty, transparency, clarity and promotes alternative perspectives.
Actively builds relationships across functions/businesses that bring value to the company, encouraging the participation and perspectives of all team member, regardless of background.
Responsibilities
Performs analysis of incoming materials, in-process, and product samples.
Serves as a technical mentor and training to personnel working in the chemistry department.
May lead and facilitate the qualification of applicable analytical instrumentation.
Executes method verification, validation, and/or transfer protocols, analytical equipment qualification protocols, or computer system validation test scripts.
Performs stability testing in alignment with stability protocols at the prescribed cadence.
Performs laboratory investigations, change controls, deviations, and corrective/preventative actions as needed.
Authors and optimizes SOPs, analytical testing forms, and other documents as necessary.
Serves as a subject matter expert (SME) for aspects of analytical testing, instrumentation, and/or processes.
Performs special projects or tasks as necessary based on skill set and/or development goals and business needs.
May assist the Supervisor and/or Manager by serving as a collaborator with multiple different departments to coordinate and facilitate analysis and special projects.
Champion Quality, cGMP compliance, and EHS/Radiation Safety practices.
Performs other job duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or previous work experience in a similar role or related science field.
4-8 years of relevant work experience working with 21 CFR 210, 211 in the FDA regulated industry (Pharmaceutical or Medical Device).
Has experience in authoring a variety of forms of documentation such as SOPs, Change Controls, CAPAs, Deviations and Laboratory Investigations.
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel and possess strong technical writing skills.
Physical/ Mental Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The primary work environment consists of a professional office environment within a radiopharmaceutical manufacturing facility, the materials warehouse as well as the laboratory setting.
The facility is operated under well-controlled and closely monitored conditions that are regulated by both State and Federal agencies, and that are enforced by the corporate internal quality and regulatory groups. Each staff member will receive specific training in keeping radiation exposures within regulatory guidelines and he/she will be routinely monitored for their exposure to radiation. Noise levels are considered low to moderate.
Anticipated salary range: $80,900.00-$103,950.00
Bonus eligible: No
Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
Medical, dental and vision coverage
Paid time off plan
Health savings account (HSA)
401k savings plan
Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Work-Life resources
Paid parental leave
Healthy lifestyle programs
Application window anticipated to close: 11/16/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.
Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
What a Principal Specialist, Quality Control (Data Review) contributes to Cardinal Health
Quality Control is responsible for the analysis and inspection of products or processes for compliance with specifications and standards.
Reports to Manager, Quality Control (Chemistry).
Performs visual assessment and analytical evaluation or testing of products/processes.
Demonstrates knowledge of testing methods, product usage, and applicable regulations and standards.
Adheres to established policies and procedures.
Establishes test methodology and may contribute to the development of policies and procedures.
May provide technical guidance and training to others on SOPs and quality guidelines.
What is expected of you and others at this level
Serves as a technical leader within Quality Control chemistry.
Exhibits Cardinal Health's high ethical standards and code of conduct.
Approaches work situations with a positive and energizing style.
Possesses in-depth knowledge of work processes and tools within own area and can function as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for processes, tools, and equipment.
Gain awareness of other departments at site. Seek to understand the functions of those departments and the points of interaction between QC and your role.
Exhibit professional conduct, respect for others, and understands how to be successful in a team environment.
Is detail oriented, organized, had the ability to multi-task, and is self-motivated. Is aware of internal/external business issues and adapts work priorities in own area.
Demonstrates strong communication skills. Effectively listens to and explains difficult issues to reach shared understanding and build alignment.
Takes actions to continually improve quality and safety in daily work. Actively participates in improving work processes to meet and exceed expectations. Identifies opportunities for improvement based on process observations, outcome measures, and feedback.
Reports errors in a timely and appropriate manner. Takes initiative and is accountable for areas of responsibility meeting regulatory requirements including but not limited to maintaining required trainings as appropriate to position requirements.
Has the ability to act calmly and patiently when working under pressure and/conditions of stress. Maintains integrity, composure, communicates with honesty, transparency, clarity and promotes alternative perspectives.
Actively builds relationships across functions/businesses that bring value to the company, encouraging the participation and perspectives of all team member, regardless of background.
Responsibilities
Performs analysis of incoming materials, in-process, and product samples.
Serves as a technical mentor and training to personnel working in the chemistry department.
May lead and facilitate the qualification of applicable analytical instrumentation.
Executes method verification, validation, and/or transfer protocols, analytical equipment qualification protocols, or computer system validation test scripts.
Performs stability testing in alignment with stability protocols at the prescribed cadence.
Performs laboratory investigations, change controls, deviations, and corrective/preventative actions as needed.
Authors and optimizes SOPs, analytical testing forms, and other documents as necessary.
Serves as a subject matter expert (SME) for aspects of analytical testing, instrumentation, and/or processes.
Performs special projects or tasks as necessary based on skill set and/or development goals and business needs.
May assist the Supervisor and/or Manager by serving as a collaborator with multiple different departments to coordinate and facilitate analysis and special projects.
Champion Quality, cGMP compliance, and EHS/Radiation Safety practices.
Performs other job duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or previous work experience in a similar role or related science field.
4-8 years of relevant work experience working with 21 CFR 210, 211 in the FDA regulated industry (Pharmaceutical or Medical Device).
Has experience in authoring a variety of forms of documentation such as SOPs, Change Controls, CAPAs, Deviations and Laboratory Investigations.
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel and possess strong technical writing skills.
Physical/ Mental Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The primary work environment consists of a professional office environment within a radiopharmaceutical manufacturing facility, the materials warehouse as well as the laboratory setting.
The facility is operated under well-controlled and closely monitored conditions that are regulated by both State and Federal agencies, and that are enforced by the corporate internal quality and regulatory groups. Each staff member will receive specific training in keeping radiation exposures within regulatory guidelines and he/she will be routinely monitored for their exposure to radiation. Noise levels are considered low to moderate.
Anticipated salary range: $80,900.00-$103,950.00
Bonus eligible: No
Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
Medical, dental and vision coverage
Paid time off plan
Health savings account (HSA)
401k savings plan
Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Work-Life resources
Paid parental leave
Healthy lifestyle programs
Application window anticipated to close: 11/16/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.
Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Manufacturing
- Distribution & Wholesale
- Construction & Real Estate
- Transportation & Logistics
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality control specialist jobs.
- Experience with statistical process control and quality management systems such as ISO 9001
- Proficiency in inspection tools including calipers, micrometers, and coordinate measuring machines
- Familiarity with root cause analysis methods such as 8D, CAPA, and fishbone diagrams
- Associate or bachelor's degree in a technical field such as engineering, chemistry, or manufacturing technology
- Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices and regulatory standards relevant to the industry
- Certified Quality Technician or Certified Quality Inspector credential from ASQ preferred
Tips for Your Quality Control Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to inspection methods
List the specific inspection tools and methods you've used, such as coordinate measuring machines, statistical process control software, or visual inspection protocols. Generic resumes that only say 'quality control experience' get filtered out before a recruiter reads them.
Highlight certifications that match the industry
A Certified Quality Technician credential carries weight in manufacturing, while FDA 21 CFR Part 820 familiarity matters more in medical devices. Match the certifications on your resume to the regulatory environment of each role you're applying to.
Filter openings by the standard they enforce
ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and AS9100 are not interchangeable. Search for roles that name the standard you've worked under, since auditors and inspectors build institutional knowledge around one framework and hiring managers know it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists quality control specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare examples of defect-rate improvements
Interviewers at manufacturers and pharma companies ask for concrete examples of how you reduced nonconformance or improved first-pass yield. Prepare two or three specific situations with measurable outcomes before your interview, not vague descriptions of daily tasks.
Negotiate using shift differentials and on-call data
Many quality control roles require rotating shifts or on-call coverage for production lines. Factor those requirements into your compensation negotiation, and ask during the offer stage which shifts the role covers so you're not surprised after starting.
Quality Control Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most quality control specialists?
The companies hiring the most quality control specialists right now include Leaf Home, Garver, and CEC Facilities, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring tends to be heaviest in companies with active production lines or regulated manufacturing environments.
How many quality control specialist jobs are remote?
About 16% of quality control specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, which is low compared to most office-based roles because most QC work requires physical presence on a production floor or in a lab. Supplier quality roles and documentation-heavy compliance positions are the sub-areas most likely to offer hybrid or remote flexibility.
How do you become a quality control specialist?
Start by earning an associate or bachelor's degree in a technical field such as manufacturing technology, chemistry, or industrial engineering. Build hands-on experience through entry-level inspector or technician roles where you use measuring instruments and learn quality management systems. Pursue an ASQ certification such as the Certified Quality Technician credential once you have field experience, and study the regulatory standards used in your target industry, whether that is ISO, FDA, or aerospace-specific frameworks.
Can you get a quality control specialist job with little experience?
Yes, employers in manufacturing and food production regularly hire candidates with no prior QC title if you can demonstrate familiarity with inspection tools, attention to detail, and basic documentation practices. Entry-level inspector and quality technician positions are the most common starting points. Earning a Certified Quality Inspector credential before applying strengthens your candidacy even without a long work history, and temp-to-hire roles at contract manufacturers are a practical way to build a verifiable record quickly.
What does the quality control specialist interview process look like?
Most quality control specialist interviews include an initial phone or video screen focused on your background and the specific standards or systems you've worked with, followed by an in-person interview that often involves a facility tour. You'll typically be asked to walk through a past nonconformance you identified and resolved, describe your experience with inspection equipment, and explain how you document and report findings. Some employers add a practical assessment where you inspect a sample part or review a process document.
Where can I find and apply to quality control specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to quality control specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your background and experience, then apply directly to each listing. Openings cover a range of industries and seniority levels, so you can target positions that fit where you are in your career right now.
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