PCR Quality Control Supervisor II

Overview

As a PCR Quality Control Supervisor II, you will oversee daily PCR Quality Control operations, ensuring product quality, regulatory compliance, and timely product release. This position supports commercial manufacturing, raw material testing, stability studies, investigations, and new product introductions (NPIs).

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading daily PCR QC laboratory operations and testing priorities.
• Managing staffing, training, cross-training, and performance development.
• Ensuring timely review and approval of QC data, investigations, and quality records.
• Supporting production, NPIs, and increasing PCR business demands.
• Driving continuous improvement, productivity, and lead-time reduction.
• Partnering with Manufacturing, QA, MSAT, Planning, and Supply Chain to ensure uninterrupted product supply.
• Maintaining compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, and quality system requirements.

How You’ll Make an Impact:

• Ensures uninterrupted manufacturing support and product release.
• Maintains compliance and data integrity.
• Develop a high-performing QC team.
• Drives continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Serves as the primary escalation point for PCR QC technical and quality issues. 

What You Bring: 

• Education: BS in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemistry, or related field (MS preferred).
• Work Experience: 5+ years in QC, QA, manufacturing support, or regulated laboratory environments.
• 3+ years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Experience with GMP, FDA, ISO 13485, product release testing, and manufacturing support.
• Strong knowledge of qPCR, RT-PCR, ddPCR, nucleic acid testing, and protein analysis.
• Experience with investigations, root cause analysis, equipment qualification, and validation.
• Familiarity with SAP or similar ERP systems is a plus.
• Lean/Six Sigma or continuous improvement experience is preferred.
• Experience with investigations, change controls, CAPAs, and nonconformances is preferred.

Location: This position must be based in Hercules, CA and requires the employee to be located within commuting distance of the office.

Total Rewards Package: At Bio-Rad, we’re empowered by our purpose and recognize that our employees are as well. That’s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Program that provides value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Bio-Rad's robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee’s work and life cycle.

 

Benefits: We’re proud to offer a variety of options, including competitive medical plans for you and your family, free HSA funds, a new fertility offering with stipend, group life and disability,  paid parental leave, 401k plus profit sharing, an employee stock purchase program, a new upgraded and streamlined mental health platform, extensive learning and development opportunities, education benefits, student debt relief program, pet insurance, wellness challenges and support, paid time off, Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s), and more! 

 

Compensation: The estimated base salary range for this position is $96,600 to $132,900 at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job permitted factors. This position is eligible for a variable annual bonus, which is dependent upon achievement of your individual objectives and Company performance.

Who We Are: For 70 years, Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Bio-Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.  

EEO Statement: Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with physical or mental disabilities, and people of all race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin and citizenship status are encouraged to apply.

 

Agency Non-Solicitation: Bio-Rad does not accept agency resumes, unless the agency has been authorized by a Bio-Rad Recruiting Representative. Please do not submit resumes unless authorized to do so. Bio-Rad will not pay for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

 

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