QC Ops Tech II

Gilead Sciences • El Segundo, CA

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About The Position

The QC Ops Tech II performs quality control laboratory support activities, including sample receipt, processing, distribution for testing and storage, and cryogenic sample transfers from -80°C to liquid nitrogen storage. The role gathers metrics for continuous improvement and carries out laboratory 5S, audit checklist, and standard-work activities. The position supports Right the First Time and the goal of zero OSHA recordables in the lab, and may assist with ad-hoc projects and other assigned duties. Duties may be delegated to designated deputies with satisfactory qualifications as needed.

The scheduled shift is Wednesday through Saturday, 12:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The posting also notes that shift hours are flexible within seven days each week. Overtime and holidays may be required as needed. The role requires lifting up to 25 pounds and working with dry ice and liquid nitrogen freezers.

Requirements

• At least three years of QC laboratory experience.
• An associate degree and at least one year of experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or similar cGMP manufacturing; alternatively, a high school degree and at least two years of such experience.
• Ability to work overtime and holidays as needed.
• Strong work ethic, dependability, and timeliness.
• Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced company environment with minimal direction and adjusting workload based on changing priorities.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds and work with dry ice and liquid nitrogen freezers.

Responsibilities

• Perform QC sample receipt, processing, and distribution for testing and storage.
• Transfer cryogenic samples from -80°C to liquid nitrogen storage.
• Gather metric information for continuous improvement in areas of responsibility.
• Perform 5S, audit checklist, and standard-work activities in the laboratory.
• Maintain Right the First Time.
• Support the goal of zero OSHA recordables in the laboratory.
• Participate in and support ad-hoc projects or other duties as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• May be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus.
• May be eligible for discretionary stock-based long-term incentives; eligibility may vary by role.
• Paid time off.
• Company-sponsored medical insurance.
• Company-sponsored dental insurance.
• Company-sponsored vision insurance.
• Company-sponsored life insurance.

What This Job Offers

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