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Quality Control Analysts

Conduct tests to determine quality of raw materials, bulk intermediate and finished products. May conduct stability sample tests.

$58,350
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Less than 6 months
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High+0

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Stable+1

0% projected (2024-2034)

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Moderate+1

EPOCH score: 16/25

Total Score2/6
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Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct routine and non-routine analyses of in-process materials, raw materials, environmental samples, finished goods, or stability samples.
  • Interpret test results, compare them to established specifications and control limits, and make recommendations on appropriateness of data for release.
  • Calibrate, validate, or maintain laboratory equipment.
  • Ensure that lab cleanliness and safety standards are maintained.
  • Perform visual inspections of finished products.
  • Complete documentation needed to support testing procedures, including data capture forms, equipment logbooks, or inventory forms.
  • Compile laboratory test data and perform appropriate analyses.
  • Identify and troubleshoot equipment problems.
  • Write technical reports or documentation, such as deviation reports, testing protocols, and trend analyses.
  • Investigate or report questionable test results.

Education & Training

Typical Entry Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Time to Job Ready

1-3 years

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Technology Skills

Laboratory information systems (LIMS)SPC softwareMicrosoft Office (Excel)Quality management systemsAnalytical instrument software

Key Abilities

Written ComprehensionNear VisionOral ComprehensionWritten ExpressionOral ExpressionProblem SensitivityDeductive ReasoningInductive ReasoningFar VisionInformation Ordering

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Compensation Details

$36,650
10th Percentile
$58,350
Median
$100,550
90th Percentile

Based on 72,230 employed workers

Also Known As

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Data from O*NET 30.1 and BLS Occupational Employment Statistics

O*NET Code: 19-4099.01