Quality Control Technician II

Corning•Durham, NC

74d•$58,236 - $80,075•Onsite

About The Position

Corning is seeking a Quality Control Technician II to join our team in Durham, NC. In this role, you will perform biological, chemical, and environmental testing in support of product release, equipment qualification, validation, and process improvement initiatives — helping ensure our products meet rigorous quality and compliance standards.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Biological Sciences, or equivalent combination of education and related industry experience in a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) environment
2+ years of directly related laboratory experience
Proficiency in microbiological and cell-based assay techniques, including the ability to detect and resolve issues within cell or microbial assays
Experience with aseptic techniques and contamination prevention practices
Working knowledge of quality system regulations including ISO 9001, ISO 11137, ISO 13485, ISO 14644, 21 CFR Parts 210/211 and 820, current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and United States Pharmacopeia (USP) requirements

Nice To Haves

Experience performing assay validations or equipment qualifications in a regulated environment
Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) or electronic data management platforms
Experience training laboratory personnel on established procedures
Able to document and communicate technical findings clearly to supervisors and cross-functional stakeholders
Analytical approach to diagnosing and resolving laboratory or assay-level technical issues

Responsibilities

Perform microbiological, cell-based, and chemistry testing — including Total Organic Carbon (TOC), Gram staining, growth promotion, particulate count, bioburden, sterility, endotoxin, and cell-based assays — to verify compliance with quality standards and complete investigations and corrective actions as needed
Conduct routine environmental monitoring of water, air, and surface quality to identify and mitigate contamination risks
Manage sample distribution and documentation, ensuring accurate tracking and record-keeping throughout the testing process
Enter test results, observations, and laboratory activities into data management systems accurately and in a timely manner
Support assay validations, equipment qualifications, and special assignments under general supervision; implement and revise standard operating procedures (SOPs) to drive workflow efficiency
Maintain laboratory cleanliness and organization, and oversee inventory of supplies and reagents to ensure the lab remains fully operational