Quality Assurance Lab Technician

Epredia•Portsmouth, NH

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Be a part of a global team where what we do matters! At Epredia, we recognize that our talented employees are vital to our success. Our team is dedicated, our work is rewarding – both personally and professionally – because what we do matters. We seek talented individuals who will contribute to and thrive in our collaborative, diverse, fast-paced environment while demonstrating a commitment to our core values, People, Customer, Results, Continuous Learning, and Innovation. People – We win as a team. Customer – We deliver customer-centric solutions. Continuous Learning – We learn and always aim to be better. Innovation – We innovate every day. Results – Results matter for all of us. Reporting to the Quality Manager, the QA Lab Technician plays a key role in supporting manufacturing quality and laboratory operations to ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements. This role is responsible for analyzing samples, documenting results, maintaining laboratory equipment, and supporting product releases, customer complaint investigations, and research and development initiatives.

Requirements

Associate degree (A.S.) or equivalent education in Biological Sciences, Chemistry, or a related scientific field.
Minimum of three (3) years of laboratory experience in a manufacturing, medical device, life sciences, pharmaceutical, or medical facility environment.
Experience performing laboratory testing using established procedures and documenting results.
Experience operating laboratory equipment and instruments.
Proficiency using Microsoft Office and computer-based documentation systems.

Nice To Haves

Experience processing tissues or cytology samples preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform laboratory testing and inspections according to approved procedures and work instructions.
Analyze samples, conduct experiments, and accurately interpret and document test results.
Review products and materials during manufacturing to verify conformance to established specifications.
Measure components and perform quality inspections to identify defects or nonconforming materials.
Support investigations related to product releases, customer complaints, and research and development activities.
Process and prepare tissue and cytology samples using laboratory equipment and established procedures.
Operate and maintain laboratory equipment including, but not limited to microtomes, cryostats, microscopes, CO₂ incubators, laminar flow hoods, and autoclaves.
Assist in maintaining laboratory equipment and coordinating inventory of laboratory materials and supplies.
Prepare, organize, store, and properly dispose of chemicals and laboratory materials in accordance with safety regulations.
Record laboratory data and testing results accurately in both paper and electronic documentation systems following Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized laboratory environment while adhering to all environmental health and safety requirements.
Cross-train in additional laboratory functions to provide support across the Quality organization as business needs require.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance laboratory processes, product quality, and operational efficiency.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits effective on first day of employment
Paid Time Off – Eligible to accrue up to 3 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO), pro-rated based on start date
Paid Holidays
401(K) Retirement Plan – Company Matching Contribution up to 6%
Quarterly Incentive Bonus Plan – eligible to participate to earn additional compensation
Tuition Reimbursement – eligible after 90 days of employment
medical
dental
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401k
holiday pay
vacation