Sr. Quality Control Technician- 1st Shift

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Bedford, MA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Quality Control (QC) Technician performs inspection, testing, and documentation activities to ensure raw materials, components, and finished goods meet established quality requirements and specifications. The role conducts visual, dimensional, functional, and analytical testing in accordance with approved procedures and supports the identification and resolution of quality issues. The Senior QC Technician works with a high degree of independence, demonstrates strong knowledge of quality systems and inspection practices, and provides technical guidance and support to other QC personnel.

The position is primarily performed in manufacturing, warehouse, inspection, and/or laboratory environments. Work may involve standing for extended periods, handling materials and samples, using PPE, and lifting or moving materials within established safety limits. The role requires travel to the Framingham facility, and work schedules may vary based on manufacturing and business requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Typically 1–2+ years of experience in Quality Control, inspection, laboratory testing, manufacturing, or a related technical environment.
• Ability to read and interpret specifications, drawings, procedures, test methods, and other technical documentation.
• Strong documentation skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to identify quality issues, evaluate results against established acceptance criteria, and appropriately escalate concerns.
• Basic computer skills and experience using electronic quality, laboratory, ERP, or manufacturing systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Sound technical judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to independently prioritize and execute inspection and testing activities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across functions.
• Ability to recognize potential quality or compliance risks and escalate issues appropriately.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to follow established procedures while identifying opportunities for process improvement.
• Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance.
• Adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) safety standards and applicable procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or technical certification in a scientific, engineering, manufacturing, or quality-related discipline.
• Experience performing incoming, in-process, and/or finished-goods inspection.
• Experience using inspection and measurement equipment such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, balances, or other applicable instrumentation.
• Experience performing analytical or laboratory testing according to established methods and specifications.
• Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment such as medical devices, diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, or other life-science industries.
• Working knowledge of applicable quality-system requirements and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Experience with nonconformance investigations, CAPA, deviations, or out-of-specification investigations.
• Experience with sampling plans and statistical inspection techniques.
• Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation and analytical test methods relevant to the products or materials being evaluated.
• Experience training or mentoring junior QC personnel.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming inspection and testing of raw materials, components, and supplies against approved specifications, drawings, procedures, and acceptance criteria.
• Perform final inspection and release testing of finished goods to verify compliance with established product and quality requirements.
• Conduct visual, dimensional, functional, and analytical testing using approved methods and calibrated equipment.
• Perform routine laboratory or analytical testing, which may include physical, chemical, or product-specific test methods.
• Accurately document inspection and test results in accordance with applicable procedures and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Review inspection and testing data for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with specifications.
• Identify, document, and escalate nonconforming materials, products, or test results in accordance with established procedures.
• Support investigations of nonconformances, deviations, out-of-specification results, complaints, and other quality issues as appropriate.
• Assist with root-cause investigations and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Ensure inspection and laboratory equipment is appropriately maintained, calibrated, and suitable for use.
• Maintain QC records, samples, retain samples, and laboratory or inspection areas in accordance with applicable procedures.
• Support material and finished-goods disposition activities by providing accurate and timely inspection and testing results.
• Provide technical guidance and on-the-job training to QC Technicians and other personnel as needed.
• Assist in developing, reviewing, and improving inspection procedures, test methods, work instructions, and related quality documentation.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities focused on quality, efficiency, compliance, and reduction of defects.
• Support internal and external audits and regulatory inspections as needed.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Engineering, Supply Chain, and other functions to resolve quality-related issues.
• Follow applicable safety, environmental, quality-system, and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

• 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 of paid time off (PTO) and 10 paid holidays annually.
• Paid parental leave, including 3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave.
• Accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy.
• Competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan.
• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), offering eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount.
• May be eligible for a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED