QC Technician Micro-1st shift, weekends

Novartis•Indianapolis, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a QC Technician at Novartis, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the safety and integrity of our products through rigorous microbiological testing and documentation. Working in a regulated laboratory environment, you’ll apply standardized methods and procedures to support product release, stability programs, and quality investigations. This entry‑level role offers hands‑on laboratory experience, meaningful impact, and the opportunity to grow your quality expertise within a collaborative, compliance‑driven team. NOTE: Weekend 1st Shift will be Wednesday – Saturday, 7 am – 5 pm

Requirements

High school diploma with at least one year of experience working in a laboratory or quality control environment or bachelor’s degree in microbiology or another scientific discipline with no prior experience required
Foundational understanding of microbiological laboratory principles
Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures and established laboratory methods in a regulated environment
Basic knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice expectations or willingness to learn and apply them on the job
Ability to accurately document laboratory activities and results using controlled systems and procedures
Strong attention to detail, reliability, and a willingness to learn in a team‑based laboratory setting

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or regulated manufacturing laboratory environment
Familiarity with microbiological aseptic techniques

Responsibilities

Perform microbiological testing of drug products, stability samples, and packaging materials in compliance with quality standards
Manage sample receipt, storage, tracking, and disposition to ensure integrity and regulatory readiness
Document microbiological and sterility testing results accurately using approved procedures and controlled systems
Execute sterility testing activities while maintaining complete, inspection‑ready documentation
Identify, document, and escalate technical complaints or adverse events within required timelines
Support audit and inspection readiness by consistently following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and internal procedures
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance laboratory efficiency, compliance, and data integrity