Quality Inspector I

At Vericel Corporation, we are pioneers in advanced cell therapies for sports medicine and severe burn care, transforming patient lives through cutting-edge regenerative medicine. Our commitment to innovation, patient-centered focus, and scientific excellence drives us to develop groundbreaking treatments including MACI (knee cartilage repair), Epicel and Nexobrid (burn care). 

Position Summary:  

The Quality Inspector I will be responsible for raw material sampling and inspection internally and at a third-party warehouse. This individual will also be responsible for overseeing the inventory of laboratory chemicals and critical reagent supplies across both the Cambridge and Burlington facilities. 

Schedule: This position is in-office Monday-Friday and will require travel between Cambridge, Burlington MA, and warehouse locations regularly (~50%).

Position Scope: 

• Perform inspection, sampling, testing, and disposition of components and raw materials as per SOP's and specifications.
• Collaborate regularly with R&D, QA and Materials Management.
• Partner with outside vendors to coordinate offsite QC operations. 
• Support of Quality Control operations by performing basic laboratory responsibilities including environmental monitoring, lab support, inventory of laboratory chemicals and critical reagent supplies, and sample submissions to contract labs.
• Create, revise, issue material specifications. 
• Individual will facilitate and monitor the material lifecycle process. 
• Flexible and responsive to customer needs.
• Other responsibilities as required. 

Qualifications: 

• HS Diploma, 0-1 years' industry experience in cGMP, or equivalent. 
• Direct work experience in raw materials quality inspection system and related systems.
• Effective time management, multitasking and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and cross functional team experience.
• Must be able to lift/pull up to 40 pounds.
• Personal transportation required.
• Occasional Weekend or Holiday coverage (as needed).
• Rotating off-shift alarm coverage. May be required to carry a company issued cell phone

Preferred Qualifications:

• Direct technical experience writing CAPA's.
• Computer skills in systems such as Microsoft Word, Excel and TrackWise.
• Knowledge of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).

Why Vericel? 

• Cutting-Edge Science: Work with a leading regenerative medicine product that is transforming patient care.
• Career Growth: Be a part of a growing organization with opportunities to expand your impact.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about improving lives.

The hourly wage range Vericel reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at the time of this posting is $20.16 to 25.28 per hour.

The actual salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the candidate's qualifications, experience, and skills. Bonus, incentive pay, equity and benefits may be provided in addition to the base compensation listed above.

In accordance with Massachusetts law, Vericel provides the pay range that it reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for a particular and specific employment position at the time of posting or offer. This range is subject to change based on business needs, market conditions, and individual qualifications. Employees and applicants may request the pay range for their position or for a position to which they are applying. Retaliation for making such a request is strictly prohibited.

EEO Statement

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or protected veteran status and will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Vericel Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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