Merck KGaA Posted August 30, 2026

Associate Quality Control Chemist (Laboratory) - 2nd Shift

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States FULL_TIME
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About this opportunity

Work Location:  Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Shift:  Yes

Department:  LS-SC-UHQM1 Milwaukee QC 1st

Recruiter:  Erin Wilson

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Your Role

The Associate Quality Control Chemist (Laboratory) at MilliporeSigma in Milwaukee, WI conducts chemical suitability tests in accordance with guidelines of our quality management system (QMS) The tasks to be completed daily include Job duties include:

Shift hours:  2nd shift, Monday – Friday, 2:00pm – 10:30pm.

Perform routine analytical tests and primary review in compliance with standardized methodology

Operate analytical equipment and software such as titration(s), spectroscopy, chromatography, etc.

Document and process analytical data

Perform standard stoichiometry and unit conversions

Compare analytical data against established library(s) and product specification(s)

Maintain complete and accurate records consistent with quality guidelines

Safely handle, process, route, and request stock suitability samples

Perform basic analytical problem solving

Support general laboratory functions and routine maintenance

Identify opportunities for quality improvement in compliance with Quality Management System

Communicate with relevant management and departments to ensure customer focused excellence

Prioritize responsibilities in alignment with established department goals

Physical Attributes:

May wear appropriate protective gear, such as respirators and chemical protective clothing, for long periods of time while performing daily tasks

May involve occasional lifting and pushing of up to 50 pounds

Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or other life science discipline

Preferred Qualifications

2+ years of experience in a quality control or laboratory setting

Ability to succeed in a team environment

Good customer service and communications skills, both verbal and written

Basic understanding of analytical tools and equipment

Knowledge of safe chemical handling practices

Proficiency with computing chemical calculations and conversions

Ability to adapt, self-motivate, and think critically

Organization and time management skills

Database management software skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office software such as Word and Excel

Basic understanding of Data Integrity.

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Pay Range for this position:  $27.00 - $46.00.

The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here .

The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.  This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.

Job details

Seniority
Associate
Function
Quality
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
Employment type
FULL_TIME

How this role compares

Computed from every other active Quality role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 216 comparable Associate Quality roles across 70 biopharma companies.

216Comparable roles tracked
190Currently active
70Companies hiring similar roles
32Countries represented

Salary context

38 of 216 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function and a matching or adjacent seniority level -- not necessarily the same therapeutic area or country.

This roleSubject $27/hr – $46/hr (≈ $56,160–$95,680/yr)
Lowest disclosed · Quality Control Associate Scientist- Overnight Shift · Merck KGaA $27/hr – $46/hr (≈ $56,160–$95,680/yr)
Highest disclosed · Senior Manager, Quality Assurance (GMP Operations) · Gilead Sciences, Inc. $157,590/yr – $203,940/yr
Peer group range $75,920 – $180,765 (median $165,750)

Where these roles are based

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United States71
China23
Germany12
Ireland12
Japan11
Belgium10

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Seniority mix

216 of 216 peers have a known seniority level

Manager184
Associate21
Intern/Fellow/Postdoc11

Therapeutic area mix

0 of 216 peers have a known therapeutic area; the rest are genuinely unlabeled, not hidden

No peers with a known therapeutic area yet.

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