QC Lab Technician 1
About The Position
This laboratory-centered role supports production and product release at Waters’ facility in Milford, Massachusetts. The technician evaluates HPS products in the Quality Assurance Laboratory to support timely, compliant release, initially focusing on fluorescence detection using a plate reader. The role may also expand to additional analytical techniques, including mass spectrometry, liquid chromatography, and UV detection. Success requires attention to detail, consistent execution of routine procedures, and commitment to quality, data integrity, and laboratory compliance.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemical Technology, or a related scientific discipline; equivalent relevant laboratory training and experience may be considered.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in laboratory testing and documentation.
- Ability to perform routine, repetitive laboratory activities consistently while maintaining quality, productivity, and compliance.
- Hands-on experience with pipettes, plate readers, or similar analytical laboratory equipment and techniques.
- Ability to follow written procedures, interpret test instructions, and accurately record and review laboratory data.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize testing to support production schedules and product release.
- Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with Quality, Manufacturing, and cross-functional teams.
Nice To Haves
- Previous laboratory experience in a Quality Assurance, Quality Control, analytical, or production-support laboratory.
- Familiarity with Good Documentation Practices, Good Laboratory Practices, or laboratory quality systems.
- Exposure to fluorescence detection, UV detection, liquid chromatography, mass spectrometry, or other analytical instrumentation and techniques.
- Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment, preferably in life sciences, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, or analytical instrumentation.
Responsibilities
- Execute routine product acceptance and release testing in the Quality Assurance Laboratory using fluorescence detection and plate reader instrumentation.
- Perform analytical testing according to approved test methods, standard operating procedures, and applicable laboratory protocols.
- Document test results, observations, calculations, and laboratory activities in accordance with Good Documentation Practices and applicable quality system requirements.
- Monitor laboratory conditions, including cold-storage temperatures, reagent and consumable inventory, equipment readiness, and housekeeping.
- Identify, document, and promptly communicate out-of-specification results, unexpected outcomes, equipment issues, and other laboratory deviations.
- Support equipment maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and routine performance checks.
- Develop proficiency in mass spectrometry, liquid chromatography, UV detection, and other techniques as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
