Quality Technician – Sample Management

The Innopharma Group; Leinster; Remote; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Innopharma Group seeks a Quality Technician (Sample Management) to support the Quality Operations Laboratory in Leinster. You will manage end-to-end sample handling, maintain chain of custody and coordinate distribution to QC labs in a GMP environment.

Qualifications include a Level 8 degree in science and experience with LIMS or electronic inventory systems, with strong data integrity and documentation skills. Onsite role, 7am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Level 8 bachelor’s degree or higher preferred in Science, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical or related discipline.
• Experience in GMP-regulated pharmaceutical, biotech or lab environment.
• Knowledge of cGMP, GDP and laboratory quality systems.
• Experience using LIMS or electronic inventory systems.
• Strong organisational and planning skills with high sample volumes.

Responsibilities

• Receive, log, label, track and manage biological, environmental and manufacturing samples in GMP accordance.
• Maintain sample chain of custody and sample integrity throughout receipt, storage, distribution and disposal.
• Coordinate sample distribution to QC laboratories to support testing schedules and ensure timely product release.
• Manage sample inventory within LIMS and other tracking systems with accurate documentation.
• Monitor storage locations and environmental conditions to ensure compliance.
• Support management and participate in investigations relating to discrepancies and deviations.

Skills

GMP knowledge

LIMS experience

Data integrity

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelors in Science

Tools

LIMS

MS Office

Job description

Role Type: Onsite Role, Days only – starting at 7am to 3.30 pm, no shift work.

About the Company:

Innopharma Technical Services, part of Innopharma Group, specializes in the training and provision of highly skilled, project ready, Contract Engineers & Scientists to the (Bio)Pharmaceutical and MedTech Manufacturing Sector. We also provide recruitment support to all our clients.

We are now seeking a Quality Technician Sample Management – to join and support the Quality Operations Laboratory on our client site in Leinster.

About the position:

The Technician will be supporting End-to-end Sample management. You will operate as part of the QC team performing the allocated testing and laboratory-based duties. Preference is that the Analysts have Immunoassay and cell culture experience but will be open to considering applicants that fulfil the duties as detailed below.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive, log, label, track and manage biological, environmental and manufacturing samples in accordance with site procedures and GMP requirements.
• Maintain sample chain of custody and ensure sample integrity throughout receipt, storage, distribution and disposal activities.
• Coordinate sample distribution to QC laboratories to support testing schedules and ensure timely product release.
• Manage sample inventory within laboratory information management systems (LIMS) and other tracking systems, ensuring accurate and contemporaneous documentation.
• Monitor sample storage locations, environmental conditions and retention inventories to ensure compliance with established procedures.
• Work as directed by the Sample Management Lead / Manager in accordance with Company safety policies, cGMP and GDP requirements.
• Drive compliance with Global policies, procedures, guidelines and regulatory requirements in the performance of all day-to-day activities.
• Ensure all Quality Systems within the department are adhered to on a daily basis.
• Support the timely receipt, processing and dispatch of samples to internal laboratories and external testing facilities where required.
• Ensure timely completion of all sample management documentation, data entry and record reviews.
• Participate in investigations relating to sample discrepancies, excursions, non-conformances and deviations.
• Generate and review sample management metrics and trend data to support operational performance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in QC daily meetings and ensure effective communication of sample volumes, priorities, issues and risks.
• Perform peer review of sample management records to ensure data integrity and Right First Time principles are maintained.
• Support laboratory audits and inspections by maintaining inspection-ready documentation and records.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and participate in root cause investigations using tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams and FMEA.
• Support management of laboratory consumables, sample containers and associated inventory where required.
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Experience:

• Level 8 bachelor’s degree or higher preferred; ideally in a Science, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical or related discipline.
• Experience working in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology or laboratory environment.
• Knowledge of cGMP, GDP and laboratory quality systems.
• Experience using LIMS, sample tracking systems or electronic inventory management systems.
• Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage high sample volumes and competing priorities.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data integrity principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and job-related computer applications.
• Experience writing reports, procedures and quality documentation is desirable.
• Understanding of deviation management, investigations and change control processes.
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma methodologies is advantageous.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• High personal integrity, credibility, energy and flexibility.
• Willingness to support the team and maintain a strong customer-focused approach.

Note:

• All applicants must be eligible to work in Ireland with valid visa, requiring no visa sponsorship.
• Due to the nature of the job, additional duties may be assigned.

INNOPHARMA, RAVENSCOURT BUSINESS PARK, THREE ROCK RD, SANDYFORD, DUBLIN 18, D18 K599, IRELAND