Quality Specialist Jobs in Wisconsin
Quality Specialist jobs in Wisconsin are in steady demand, concentrated in the state's deep manufacturing base, food and beverage processing, medical device production, and automotive supply chain sectors. Milwaukee, Green Bay, and Madison account for the largest share of openings, with established employers like Harley-Davidson, Land O'Lakes, and GE Healthcare regularly hiring across experience levels from entry-level inspectors to senior quality engineers. The most sought-after specialties in Wisconsin are ISO and FDA compliance, supplier quality management, and statistical process control. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Join the best radiopharmaceutical company in the world!
If you’re looking to make an impact while building a meaningful career in a specialized, fast-growing field, NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes is the place to do it. NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes is a growing, commercial-stage company focused on advancing patient care by providing therapeutic radioisotopes and novel radiopharmaceuticals to detect and treat cancer.
At the forefront of NorthStar’s technological innovation is scientific excellence, using first-in-kind electron accelerator technology and integrated campus capabilities to drive progress in radiopharmaceutical manufacturing. Our work is driven by a meaningful mission—advancing life-saving radiopharmaceutical development and ensuring a reliable supply of critical medical isotopes for patients in need. As a rapidly growing organization operating on the cutting edge of science, we offer exceptional career growth and professional development opportunities, supported by world-class facilities and a competitive benefits package.
Position:
- Operate analytical instrumentation.
- Author and revise documents in the eQMS system.
- Train others on methods, procedures and techniques as required.
- Safely handle radioactive material, which includes monitoring radioactive dose, sampling, aliquoting, and performing contamination surveys.
- Perform and review receiving inspection tasks for release in the ERP system.
- Perform environmental monitoring in accordance with all applicable standards.
- Participate in DCO collaboration of documents in support of manufacturing and quality testing including test data, protocols, reports, SOPs.
- Perform technical review of analytical data and lab logbooks
- Execute microbiological, chemical, radiochemical, and stability testing.
- Initiate and approve non-conforming material reports (NCMRs), investigate deviations, laboratory out-of-specification (OOS), and CAPA investigations.
- Participate in multiple Project Teams and other meetings.
- Be qualified to enter controlled spaces such as laboratories
- Trained on ALARA principles and RAD safety
- Be able to perform basic environmental monitoring and receiving inspection techniques
- Provide support to site operational readiness
- Be qualified on more advanced analytical techniques such as HPLC
- Support final product testing and batch processes
- Be qualified to provide training to other team members on certain QC functions
- Four (4) years of related experience in a cGMP environment and previous experience handling radioactive materials.
- Understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, and familiarity with batch production records (BPR) preferred.
- Familiarity with alpha, gamma, and beta spectroscopy is a plus.
Please note the company cannot provide immigration-related sponsorship (including H-1B status, O-1 status, Optional Practical Training support, etc.) for this position. Each successful applicant will be required to complete the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, demonstrating both identity and employment authorization, on or before the first day of employment. Under federal law, only truthful information may be provided on the Form I-9.
This position is eligible for an additional $5.00/hour shift premium for any hours worked between 6:00pm and 6:00am.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Healthcare Flex Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care FSA
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
- Company-paid life insurance & AD&D coverage
- Pet insurance
- 401(k) match
- Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)
- Paid parental leave
- Bonus plan
- Equity Incentive Program
- Exposure to varying temperatures, both indoors (heated/air-conditioned spaces) and outdoors
- Noise levels range from quiet to loud, depending on the work area
- Specific vision abilities, including near vision, visual acuity, and color discrimination
- Respirators, gloves, safety glasses, and full protective clothing
- Compliance with cleanroom gowning protocols (e.g., removal of all jewelry, including piercings)
- Prohibition of cosmetics, fragrances (perfume, aftershave), and nail products, including polish, artificial nails, or extensions
- Follow strict radiation safety procedures
- Participate in dosimetry monitoring and bioassay testing as part of the company protocol
- Inform leadership of any health conditions that may affect product integrity, by cleanroom standards
NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes is proud to call Beloit, Wisconsin home. Our headquarters and primary manufacturing facility are located in this vibrant, growing community that combines the charm of a small city with the advantages of a central Midwest location. Beloit features a lively, revitalized downtown filled with local restaurants, shops, and cultural events, and is just a short drive from major metropolitan areas including Madison, Milwaukee, Chicago, and Rockford.
Situated in the heart of the South Central Wisconsin and Northern Illinois region, Beloit offers a rare blend of urban amenities and scenic natural surroundings. Whether you’re drawn to outdoor recreation, educational institutions, the arts, or historic landmarks, the area provides rich and diverse experiences for all interests. A variety of nearby communities, ranging from rural towns to suburban neighborhoods, offer flexible housing options and access to multiple school districts, making Beloit an excellent choice for individuals and families considering relocation.
Please note that this position is eligible for a lump sum relocation benefit!
NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Join the best radiopharmaceutical company in the world!
If you’re looking to make an impact while building a meaningful career in a specialized, fast-growing field, NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes is the place to do it. NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes is a growing, commercial-stage company focused on advancing patient care by providing therapeutic radioisotopes and novel radiopharmaceuticals to detect and treat cancer.
At the forefront of NorthStar’s technological innovation is scientific excellence, using first-in-kind electron accelerator technology and integrated campus capabilities to drive progress in radiopharmaceutical manufacturing. Our work is driven by a meaningful mission—advancing life-saving radiopharmaceutical development and ensuring a reliable supply of critical medical isotopes for patients in need. As a rapidly growing organization operating on the cutting edge of science, we offer exceptional career growth and professional development opportunities, supported by world-class facilities and a competitive benefits package.
Position:
- Operate analytical instrumentation.
- Author and revise documents in the eQMS system.
- Train others on methods, procedures and techniques as required.
- Safely handle radioactive material, which includes monitoring radioactive dose, sampling, aliquoting, and performing contamination surveys.
- Perform and review receiving inspection tasks for release in the ERP system.
- Perform environmental monitoring in accordance with all applicable standards.
- Participate in DCO collaboration of documents in support of manufacturing and quality testing including test data, protocols, reports, SOPs.
- Perform technical review of analytical data and lab logbooks
- Execute microbiological, chemical, radiochemical, and stability testing.
- Initiate and approve non-conforming material reports (NCMRs), investigate deviations, laboratory out-of-specification (OOS), and CAPA investigations.
- Participate in multiple Project Teams and other meetings.
- Be qualified to enter controlled spaces such as laboratories
- Trained on ALARA principles and RAD safety
- Be able to perform basic environmental monitoring and receiving inspection techniques
- Provide support to site operational readiness
- Be qualified on more advanced analytical techniques such as HPLC
- Support final product testing and batch processes
- Be qualified to provide training to other team members on certain QC functions
- Four (4) years of related experience in a cGMP environment and previous experience handling radioactive materials.
- Understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, and familiarity with batch production records (BPR) preferred.
- Familiarity with alpha, gamma, and beta spectroscopy is a plus.
Please note the company cannot provide immigration-related sponsorship (including H-1B status, O-1 status, Optional Practical Training support, etc.) for this position. Each successful applicant will be required to complete the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, demonstrating both identity and employment authorization, on or before the first day of employment. Under federal law, only truthful information may be provided on the Form I-9.
This position is eligible for an additional $5.00/hour shift premium for any hours worked between 6:00pm and 6:00am.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Healthcare Flex Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care FSA
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
- Company-paid life insurance & AD&D coverage
- Pet insurance
- 401(k) match
- Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)
- Paid parental leave
- Bonus plan
- Equity Incentive Program
- Exposure to varying temperatures, both indoors (heated/air-conditioned spaces) and outdoors
- Noise levels range from quiet to loud, depending on the work area
- Specific vision abilities, including near vision, visual acuity, and color discrimination
- Respirators, gloves, safety glasses, and full protective clothing
- Compliance with cleanroom gowning protocols (e.g., removal of all jewelry, including piercings)
- Prohibition of cosmetics, fragrances (perfume, aftershave), and nail products, including polish, artificial nails, or extensions
- Follow strict radiation safety procedures
- Participate in dosimetry monitoring and bioassay testing as part of the company protocol
- Inform leadership of any health conditions that may affect product integrity, by cleanroom standards
NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes is proud to call Beloit, Wisconsin home. Our headquarters and primary manufacturing facility are located in this vibrant, growing community that combines the charm of a small city with the advantages of a central Midwest location. Beloit features a lively, revitalized downtown filled with local restaurants, shops, and cultural events, and is just a short drive from major metropolitan areas including Madison, Milwaukee, Chicago, and Rockford.
Situated in the heart of the South Central Wisconsin and Northern Illinois region, Beloit offers a rare blend of urban amenities and scenic natural surroundings. Whether you’re drawn to outdoor recreation, educational institutions, the arts, or historic landmarks, the area provides rich and diverse experiences for all interests. A variety of nearby communities, ranging from rural towns to suburban neighborhoods, offer flexible housing options and access to multiple school districts, making Beloit an excellent choice for individuals and families considering relocation.
Please note that this position is eligible for a lump sum relocation benefit!
NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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Quality Specialist Job Market in Wisconsin
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What Wisconsin Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality specialist jobs across Wisconsin.
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality management standards and audit processes
- Experience with statistical process control, root cause analysis, and corrective action systems
- Proficiency using measuring instruments, gauges, and coordinate measuring machines in a production environment
- Associate or bachelor's degree in quality, engineering, manufacturing technology, or a related field
- Certified Quality Technician or Certified Quality Engineer credential through ASQ preferred
- Ability to read engineering drawings, GD&T notation, and interpret technical specifications accurately
Quality Specialist Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality specialist in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin does not require a state-issued license to work as a quality specialist, so the path runs through education and industry credentials. Most employers expect at least an associate degree in quality technology, manufacturing, or engineering, with a bachelor's preferred for senior roles. The American Society for Quality offers the Certified Quality Technician and Certified Quality Engineer exams, which Wisconsin manufacturers widely recognize. Hands-on experience with ISO documentation, inspection tools, and process control methods is what moves candidates into interviews.
Which companies hire quality specialists in Wisconsin?
Employers hiring quality specialists in Wisconsin right now include Terex Corporation, Generac Power Systems, and Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Wisconsin's dense manufacturing corridor, particularly in the Milwaukee metro and Fox Valley, keeps a wide range of industrial, food processing, and medical device companies posting quality roles throughout the year.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most quality specialist jobs?
Madison, Waukesha, and Eagle lead Wisconsin for quality specialist openings. Milwaukee drives volume through its concentration of industrial manufacturers, medical device firms, and automotive suppliers, while Green Bay's food processing and packaging industry generates consistent demand, and Madison's growing life sciences and technology sector adds openings that skew toward regulatory and systems quality.
Are there remote quality specialist jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes, but they're rare. Quality specialist work is largely hands-on, tied to production floors, inspection labs, and supplier sites, which limits remote options significantly. About 20% of quality specialist openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions typically involve quality systems management, documentation, auditing, or supplier coordination rather than direct inspection work.
How can I get hired as a quality specialist in Wisconsin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a quality inspector or quality technician role at a Wisconsin manufacturer, which typically requires only a high school diploma and mechanical aptitude. Large employers in the Milwaukee and Fox Valley corridors, including food processors and metal fabricators, regularly hire for these associate-level positions as stepping stones into quality specialist roles. Earning an ASQ Certified Quality Improvement Associate credential before applying signals commitment and gives candidates a concrete edge. Lateral moves from production operator, assembly, or lab technician roles are also common pathways Wisconsin employers actively support.
Where can I find and apply to quality specialist jobs in Wisconsin?
You can find and apply to quality specialist jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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