QC Technician Micro-1st shift, weekends
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
Benefits
- health, life and disability benefits
- a 401(k) with company contribution and match
- vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
