Quality Control Technician

Recipharm AB; Sundsvalls kommun; On-site; SEK 581,395 - 629,844; Full time

Job summary

Recipharm AB is seeking a QC Technician I for their Quality Control team in Västernorrlands län. This position involves ensuring compliance with cGMP regulations and supporting laboratory operations.

The ideal candidate will possess an Associate degree in a scientific discipline, with 1–2 years of laboratory experience. Responsibilities include environmental monitoring, inventory management, and documentation control. This is a fully on-site role requiring a commitment to quality and collaboration.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of hands-on laboratory experience required.
• Previous experience in a GMP Quality Control environment is preferred.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine environmental monitoring and water sampling.
• Maintain inventory records and coordinate sample shipments.
• Organize laboratory records and ensure documentation compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Documentation practices

Organizational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Associate degree in Chemistry or related field

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated QC Technician I to join our Quality Control team in a GMP-regulated environment. This role is responsible for supporting Quality Control laboratory operations and ensuring compliance with cGMP and regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will contribute to maintaining product quality and data integrity through activities including environmental monitoring, sample and inventory management, documentation control, and laboratory support.

Working as part of a collaborative Quality Unit within a fast-paced CDMO environment, the QC Technician I will play a key role in supporting laboratory efficiency and compliance.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

• Perform routine environmental monitoring and water sampling activities.
• Maintain inventory records for laboratory reagents, consumables, and test samples.
• Coordinate and prepare sample shipments for contract laboratories and off-site testing.
• Order laboratory supplies and assist with inventory management.
• Organize and maintain laboratory records and test documentation.
• Ensure all documentation is completed accurately and in accordance with cGMP requirements and data integrity standards.
• Communicate testing results, observations, and quality-related issues to internal stakeholders.
• Support laboratory housekeeping and general organizational activities.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Experience

• Associate degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biology, or a related scientific discipline required.
• 1–2 years of hands‑on laboratory experience required.
• Previous experience in a GMP Quality Control environment is preferred.
• Experience working in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or CDMO industry is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good documentation practices and understanding of data integrity principles.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, client‑driven environment with changing priorities.

This is a fully on site role and requires five days per week at our Watertown, MA location.

Annual Base salary range: $60,000 - $65,000