What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Control Technician II-Microbiology position at Actalent?
Description
The Primary function would be to :
• Perform micro test methods as written to support product/material release. Effectively perform a multitude of laboratory techniques with minimal error for which they will be trained on.
Understand, implement, and maintain GMP with respect to laboratory records, procedures, and systems in accordance with procedural requirements.
Accept responsibility to complete assigned tasks as committed.
Support investigation writers and approvers to gather data. effectively perform a multitude of laboratory techniques with minimal error for which they are or will be trained on
• Writes or revises procedures with guidance.
• Works under the guidance of a supervisor but is able to manage their own time to ensure timely completion of assigned duties
• Trends data to support trend reports.
• Should be willing to work on weekends and holidays.
Top Skills:
QC Micro experience- -Hands- on experience with lab testing and/or EM.
• hands- on Aseptic Technique experience preferable.
• hands- on working experience in Biosafety hoods preferable.
Attention to detail while running assays/ tasks in the lab and while performing EM is required
• Should have good organizational skills, ability to prioritize workload and extremely thorough with excellent attention to detail.
• Should perform tasks with supervision guidance, taking responsibility for complying with GMP requirements.
MUST be flexible working weekends and holidays.
Strong interpersonal / communication skills. Maintaining good working relationships within and outside the department.
Adjusting quickly to new situations. Reprioritizing to meet schedule demands in continually changing work environment.
Knowledge with the LIMS system, specifically entering results is preferred
Nice to have:
Knowledge of applicable regulations and standards affecting Pharmaceutical Products (e.g. USP, EP, JP pharmacopoeias, ICH guidelines, cGMP) is preferred.
GMP and/or Clean-Room experience
Clean-Room Gowning
Experience with cGMP documentation and record maintenance is required
• What is a nice to have (but not required) regarding skills, requirements, experience, education, or certification?
o Knowledge of applicable regulations and standards affecting Pharmaceutical Products (e.g. USP, EP, JP pharmacopoeias, ICH guidelines, cGMP) is preferred.
o GMP and/or Clean-Room experience
Clean-Room Gowning
Experience with cGMP documentation and record maintenance is required
This job requires to standing for long periods of time
Experience Level = 3-5 Years
Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Years of experience/education and/or certifications required:
o BS in Biology or other life science required - 3-5 years of experience
• What are the top 3-5 skills requirements should this person have?
o QC Micro experience- -Hands- on experience with lab testing and EM.
o Attention to detail while running assays/ tasks in the lab and while performing EM is required
o Should have good organizational skills, ability to prioritize workload and extremely thorough with excellent attention to detail.
o Should perform tasks with supervision guidance, taking responsibility for complying with GMP requirements.
o MUST be flexible working weekends and holidays.
o Strong interpersonal / communication skills. Maintaining good working relationships within and outside the department.
o Adjusting quickly to new situations. Reprioritizing to meet schedule demands in continually changing work environment.
o **Must be comfortable standing for most of their shift. Shuttling between buildings is required. Also, must be flexible to work (some) weekends and holidays (pre-scheduled).
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Worcester, MA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $32.86 - $34.50/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Worcester,MA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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Salary : $33 - $35