Quality Technician-Intermediate

Quality Technician-IntermediateThe Quality Technician will perform inspections, quality control activities, laboratory testing, and documentation review to support manufacturing and quality assurance operations. This role supports production schedules, conducts investigations, monitors compliance, and ensures products meet established quality and regulatory standards. Candidates may support incoming inspections, in-process inspections, or analytical laboratory functions depending on business needs.Incoming Inspection & In-Process Quality FunctionsPerform line clearances, area clearances, and in-process inspections during manufacturing operations.Inspect and disposition of incoming materials and components.Monitor manufacturing and warehouse operations for compliance with cGMP and quality standards.Ensure non-conforming materials or products are properly identified and controlled.Prepare and apply material quality status labels.Verify labels after final printing activities are completed.Support production schedule execution and planning activities.Assist with development and maintenance of quality procedures, standards, and controls.Participate in investigations related to deviations, non-conformances, and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).Support audits and quality assurance initiatives.Perform additional quality-related assignments and special projects as needed.Analytical Laboratory FunctionsPerform chemical analysis of raw materials, in-process materials, finished products, validation, stability, and R&D samples.Follow OSHA, EPA, FDA, and cGMP requirements during laboratory operations.Handle laboratory reagents, standards, compressed gas cylinders, and sample materials safely and accurately.Perform calibration and preventive maintenance of laboratory instruments and analytical equipment.Review analytical data and other analysts' work for accuracy and compliance.Complete laboratory documentation and maintain accurate records.Perform housekeeping duties and submit HOLD alerts or work orders when required.Support departmental projects and continuous improvement initiatives.Education and Experience (Required)Associate's Degree in technical or scientific related field required Bachelor's Degree (preferably in a science related field) preferred Experience in a regulated work environment is preferred Quality certificate preferred (ASQ CQE, CQA, etc.)Education and Experience (Preferred)Bachelor's Degree in a science-related field preferred.Pharmaceutical or medical device industry experience preferred.Quality certifications such as ASQ CQE, CQA, or similar preferred.Experience with analytical testing, investigations, and technical writing preferred.Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities (Required)Understanding of FDA, OSHA, EPA, and cGMP regulations.Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Mechanical aptitude and basic mathematical skills.Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and departments.Assertive approach to enforcing quality standards and procedures.Basic knowledge of laboratory analyzers, inspection equipment, and quality systems.