Job Summary:
We are seeking a QC Incoming Lab Technician for a direct hire opportunity in Livermore, CA within the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented quality control professional with 3 to 5 years of experience who enjoys hands-on laboratory work, documentation accuracy, and supporting the release of incoming materials used in regulated scientific environments.
As a QC Incoming Lab Technician, you will play an important role in helping ensure materials meet quality standards before they are used in production, research, or development activities. This opportunity offers the chance to join a science-driven environment where teamwork, precision, and continuous improvement are valued. Candidates who thrive in structured lab settings, take pride in accurate results, and enjoy collaborating with quality, operations, and technical teams will be well suited for this position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform incoming quality control inspection and testing of raw materials, components, and supplies in accordance with established procedures.
- Review material documentation, certificates of analysis, labeling, lot information, and related quality records for accuracy and completeness.
- Document test results, inspection findings, deviations, and material status updates in accordance with quality system requirements.
- Support sample handling, material segregation, inventory movement, and coordination with quality, warehouse, and production teams.
- Maintain laboratory cleanliness, equipment readiness, and compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory expectations.
- Assist with investigations, nonconformance documentation, and continuous improvement activities related to incoming material quality.
HOT BUTTONS:
Incoming Packaging Component inspections; Sampling/Testing as per the specifications
Incoming Raw Material Inspections
Sampling /testing /release as per the specifications
Handling and testing of incoming Raw materials( pH , Specific Gravity, Refractive Index , Physical tests )
Sending samples out for analytical testing as needed
Maintenance of PK and RM -Master Samples/Library
Release of Packaging components and Raw Materials in ERP
Attention to detail , thorough in reviewing and documentation process
Other job functions as needed.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Pay rate: $25.00 per hour.
- Job type: Direct hire.
- Location: Livermore, CA.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans
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Required Qualifications and Skills
- Perform incoming material inspection, sampling, and quality control testing.
- Review and verify supplier documentation, material records, and quality documentation.
- Support laboratory documentation, sample handling, and compliance with established QC procedures.
- Collaborate with quality, warehouse, and production teams to resolve material quality issues.
- 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in quality control, laboratory testing, incoming inspection, or a related biotech, pharmaceutical, life sciences, or regulated manufacturing environment.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures, test methods, and documentation requirements.
- Familiarity with laboratory practices, sample handling, quality records, and material inspection processes.
- Ability to accurately document results and maintain organized records in compliance with internal quality standards.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Dependable, organized, and able to manage routine testing and inspection priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Commitment to safety, quality, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, or regulated life sciences environment.
- Familiarity with GMP, GLP, ISO, or other quality system requirements.
- Experience reviewing certificates of analysis, supplier documentation, lot records, or incoming material specifications.
- Basic proficiency with laboratory information systems, quality systems, inventory systems, or Microsoft Office tools.