QC Laboratory Technician II

Natureplex • Olive Branch, MS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Natureplex is seeking an experienced QC Laboratory Technician II to support our Quality Control team in an FDA-regulated OTC pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This position is responsible for sampling, inspecting, testing, and documenting raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products to ensure compliance with established specifications, cGMP regulations, and company quality standards. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and experienced in pharmaceutical or other FDA-regulated manufacturing environments, with a strong understanding of laboratory testing, documentation, and quality systems.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Technology, or a related scientific discipline (Bachelor's degree preferred).
• Minimum three years of Quality Control laboratory experience in a pharmaceutical or other FDA-regulated manufacturing environment.
• Experience performing raw material inspection and physical testing.
• Knowledge of cGMP regulations and laboratory documentation practices.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using NIR, FT-IR, or other raw material identity testing equipment.
• Experience with LIMS or electronic laboratory documentation systems.
• Familiarity with HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, or similar analytical instrumentation.
• Experience supporting FDA inspections.
• Experience with OOS investigations, deviations, CAPAs, and SOP development.

Responsibilities

• Sample incoming raw materials, packaging components, and in-process materials in accordance with approved procedures.
• Perform raw material identity testing using approved laboratory techniques and instrumentation.
• Conduct physical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
• Review Certificates of Analysis (CoAs) and verify compliance with internal specifications.
• Accurately document laboratory testing in accordance with cGMP, ALCOA+, and data integrity requirements.
• Support investigations involving out-of-specification (OOS), out-of-trend (OOT), deviations, and CAPAs.
• Calibrate, verify, and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Prepare laboratory reagents, standards, and reference materials.
• Maintain laboratory inventory, cleanliness, and organization.
• Assist with internal, customer, and regulatory inspections.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and revision of laboratory procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance (Natureplex pays 80% of employee premiums and 20% of dependent coverage)
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401(k) eligibility
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree