Quality Control Technician

AL Solutions; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 45.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading CDMO in Barcelona is seeking a QC Technician to ensure that pharmaceutical products meet quality standards. The role involves conducting laboratory analyses, maintaining documentation, and ensuring regulatory compliance, making it crucial for product safety and efficacy. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant scientific discipline and 1–3 years of experience in a GMP-regulated environment.

Formación

• 1–3 years of experience in a GMP-regulated QC laboratory.
• Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation (HPLC, GC).
• Basic English proficiency and fluent Spanish required.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct laboratory analyses for QC processes.
• Document all laboratory activities accurately.
• Collaborate with QA, Production, and R&D teams.

Conocimientos

Analytical instrumentation

Documentation

Organizational skills

Compliance with GMP

Educación

Degree in Chemistry

Degree in Pharmacy

Degree in Biotechnology

Herramientas

HPLC

GC

LIMS

Descripción del empleo

I am working with a leading CDMO (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization) located in Spain, offering end-to-end services in the development and manufacturing of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical products. Our mission is to deliver high-quality, compliant, and innovative solutions to our clients across the globe.

Position Summary:

As a QC Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring that raw materials, intermediates, and finished pharmaceutical products meet established quality standards and regulatory requirements. You will conduct laboratory analyses, maintain accurate documentation, and support continuous improvement in QC processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine and non-routine analysis of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products using techniques such as HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR, and wet chemistry.
• Conduct microbiological testing (if applicable) including bioburden, endotoxin, and environmental monitoring.
• Prepare reagents, solutions, and mobile phases as per SOPs.
• Ensure all testing is conducted in compliance with GMP, SOPs, and regulatory requirements.
• Accurately document all laboratory activities in logbooks, LIMS, and batch records.
• Participate in out-of-specification (OOS) investigations and support root cause analysis.
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
• Support method transfers and validations as required.
• Assist in the review and revision of SOPs and QC documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including QA, Production, and R&D.
• Maintain a clean and safe laboratory environment.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, or related scientific discipline.
• 1–3 years of experience in a GMP-regulated QC laboratory, preferably within a CDMO or pharmaceutical environment.
• Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation (e.g., HPLC, GC).
• Working knowledge of GMP and regulatory guidelines (EMA, ICH, EU GMP).
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Basic English proficiency (reading/writing technical documentation); fluent Spanish required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in microbiological testing or biologics QC is a plus.
• Familiarity with LIMS and electronic laboratory systems.
• Knowledge of method validation and ICH guidelines.