QC Technician II - First Shift

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Grand Island, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer. As a QC Technician within the Microbiology team, this role is responsible for supporting microbiological testing and routine laboratory operations within a cGMP-regulated environment. This role ensures timely and compliant execution of testing, environmental monitoring, and general lab upkeep to maintain a state of inspection readiness.

Requirements

Minimum of 1 year of work experience in QA or QC or related field
Understanding of microbiological techniques and contamination control principles
Familiarity with cGMP regulations and aseptic practices
Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
Ability to work in controlled environments (e.g., cleanrooms)
Good organizational and time management skills
Strong communication and teamwork abilities
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards
Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed
Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, or related scientific field (or equivalent experience)
0-2+ years in a microbiology/QC lab, preferably within a cGMP environment.

Responsibilities

Perform routine microbiological testing including, but not limited to: Sterility Testing, pH/osmo testing, Conductivity testing, Bioburden testing, Endotoxin testing (if applicable)
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the microbiology laboratory
Perform routine cleaning, sanitization, and disinfection of workspaces and equipment
Monitor and document environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, etc.)
Ensure laboratory supplies and media inventory are stocked and within expiry
Accurately document all activities in laboratory notebooks and electronic systems (e.g., LIMS)
Follow all cGMP, GDP, and data integrity requirements
Support deviations, investigations, CAPAs, and change controls as needed
Perform routine calibration, maintenance, and qualification support for lab equipment (e.g., incubators, autoclaves, particle counters)
Troubleshoot basic equipment issues and escalate as needed

Benefits

Competitive Pay
Performance Related Bonus where eligible
Annual merit performance-based increase
Medical benefits
Paid Time Off/Annual Leave
Employee Referral Bonus
Career Advancement Opportunities
Choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually
Paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave)
Accident and life insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)