About Cardinal Health

Cardinal Health is a global, integrated healthcare services and products company connecting people, data, and technology to improve health outcomes. With operations across the United States and beyond, Cardinal Health plays a vital role in the medical supply chain, ensuring pharmaceuticals, medical products, and services reach patients efficiently and safely. Our La Vergne, TN facility is a key hub for manufacturing and packaging operations, where quality control professionals like you ensure every product meets the highest standards. As a Fortune 500 company, Cardinal Health offers stability, innovation, and opportunities for career advancement in the dynamic healthcare sector.

Role Overview

The Sr. Tech Quality Control position at Cardinal Health's La Vergne, TN Pack facility is an onsite, full-time role perfect for experienced professionals passionate about maintaining excellence in healthcare product quality. You'll work Monday through Thursday on either the 11:00am-9:30pm shift or 3:30pm-2:00am shift, with potential overtime and weekends based on business needs. Anticipated hourly pay ranges from $22.50 to $27.10, determined by experience, location, and internal equity. This role applies senior-level judgment to inspections, audits, and process improvements, working with limited supervision while guiding junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

In this critical position, you'll be the frontline guardian of product integrity. Responsibilities include performing visual and functional inspections of incoming materials, in-process items, and finished products/components/packaging to verify conformance with specifications, drawings, and quality standards. You'll make initial conformance decisions, audit quality per company policies and customer specs, and document findings while monitoring corrective actions. Expect to complete GMP training, follow strict documentation and gowning protocols, and observe sanitary practices. Additional duties involve examining production data trends, recommending continuous improvements for methods and equipment, and partnering with plant management to boost customer satisfaction and compliance. You'll use various gauges, instruments, and devices, with flexibility for miscellaneous tasks and shift work.

Daily Impact

Each day, your inspections and audits directly contribute to regulatory compliance and patient safety, ensuring Cardinal Health's products exceed expectations in the competitive healthcare market.

Qualifications & Requirements

Candidates should have 2-4 years of experience in quality control, manufacturing, or a related field, though equivalent work experience is valued. A High School diploma, GED, or equivalent is preferred. Key traits include applying company policies to moderately complex tasks, demonstrating knowledge beyond your area, maintaining certifications, and resolving issues with judgment. You'll work independently with occasional supervisor review, provide guidance to team members, and adhere strictly to quality guidelines. GMP knowledge, attention to detail, and shift flexibility are essential. Cardinal Health encourages applications from back-to-work candidates, people with disabilities, those without college degrees, and Veterans.

Benefits & Perks

Cardinal Health invests in your well-being with comprehensive benefits. Enjoy medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid time off; HSA and FSAs; 401k savings plan; early wage access via myFlexPay; short- and long-term disability; work-life resources; paid parental leave; and healthy lifestyle programs. These perks support your health, financial security, and work-life balance in a rewarding healthcare career.

Career Growth

At Cardinal Health, this Sr. Tech Quality Control role is a launchpad for advancement. Gain expertise in healthcare quality assurance, build leadership skills by mentoring peers, and transition into supervisory, engineering, or compliance roles. Our inclusive culture values diverse thought and provides training for certifications and promotions. Many team members progress to quality management positions, leveraging Cardinal Health's global network for long-term success.

Why Join Us

Join Cardinal Health in La Vergne, TN for impactful work in healthcare quality control. Benefit from a stable employer with a proven track record, competitive pay, robust benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Located near Nashville, enjoy Tennessee's vibrant lifestyle while contributing to life-saving products. The application window closes January 20, 2026—apply now to secure your future in a premium healthcare environment.

Role FAQs

Q: What shifts are available? Monday-Thursday 11:00am-9:30pm or 3:30pm-2:00am, with overtime/weekends possible.

Q: Is experience required? 2-4 years preferred, but equivalent experience considered.

Q: What is the pay range? $22.50-$27.10/hour, based on qualifications.

Q: Are benefits immediate? Yes, full package including medical, 401k, and PTO.

Q: Is this role onsite? Yes, at La Vergne, TN facility.