QC Lab Associate

What Were Looking For

The QC Lab Associate supports Quality Control laboratory operations by maintaining laboratory readiness organization and compliance. This role manages laboratory supplies and inventory supporting equipment calibration activities maintains retention samples and helps ensure the laboratory environment remains inspection read and compliant with GMP requirements. The position works under established SOPs and provides operational support to QC Analysts and leadership.

What You Will Do

Laboratory Support & Operations

• Maintain a clean organized and inspection-ready QC laboratory in accordance with GMP and safety requirements.
• Monitor and restock laboratory supplies including chemicals consumables PPE and other laboratory needs.
• Track inventory levels and initiate purchase requests or orders as needed.
• Receive organized and store laboratory materials reagents standards and supplies.
• Manage retention samples and discards in accordance with SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Perform routine environmental monitoring sampling in accordance with approved SOPs.

Equipment & Calibration Support

• Assist with the coordination and documentation of equipment calibration and maintenance activities.
• Support third-party service providers during calibration and maintenance visits.
• Ensure calibration status labels are accurate and current.
• Notify QC leadership of equipment issues overdue calibrations or compliance concerns.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate and complete records related to inventory calibration support and laboratory activities.
• Update Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and ensure proper documentation is available and current.
• Follow all applicable SOPs safety procedures and GMP requirements.

General Support

• Provide operational support to QC Analysts and leadership as needed.
• Respond to basic technical inquiries related to products specifications or testing following approved guidance.
• Participate in laboratory safety initiatives and 5S or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with training new laboratory personnel on laboratory organization and safety practices.
• Assist with preparation of laboratory areas for audits and regulatory inspections.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned

Who You Are

• Associates degree required; Bachelors degree in a scientific or related field preferred.
• 13 years of experience in a GMP-regulated laboratory or similar controlled environment preferred.
• Basic knowledge of GMP principles laboratory safety and documentation practices.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word Excel Outlook and basic inventory or ERP systems.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Required Experience:

IC