Equipment Quality Control Technician
Actalent
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Job summary
Actalent in Norwood, MA is seeking a contract QC Equipment Support Specialist to investigate equipment issues, support calibration, and maintain CMMS records. You will assist in on-site QC activities and coordinate with Facilities and Metrology to minimize downtime. A Bachelor’s in sciences and 5 years GMP QC experience are preferred.
The role is fully onsite in Norwood, MA with a pay range of $34.00–$36.00 per hour and benefits as described in the posting.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in sciences with related GMP QC experience.
- 5 years in GMP QC laboratory or similar setting.
- Proven ability to troubleshoot QC equipment and participate in calibration activities.
Responsibilities
- Investigate equipment failures and assist QC equipment team.
- Prepare and maintain quality system records and CAPAs.
- Coordinate calibration/maintenance with Facilities and Metrology.
- Perform non-invasive repairs on UHPLC systems as needed.
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Job description
Support team to investigate and resolve issues related to equipment failures, system deficiencies, deviations, and equipment troubleshooting. Support authoring quality systems records such as deviations, change controls, CAPAs, OOTs (Out of Tolerance) as required. Support on-site QC Equipment team activities. Ordering equipment, supplies, and maintaining inventory for equipment consumables/accessories. CTU alarm response, calibration and re-qualification coordinating and scheduling. Assist with locating and collecting assets due for service and returning to laboratory when complete. Serve as point person in QC for all equipment inquiries and relay to appropriate vendors onsite and externally. Support QC Equipment team with as-needed non-invasive repairs on UHPLC systems such as changing capillaries, flow cells, needles/seats as well as perform basic troubleshooting. Coordinate and schedule calibration/maintenance activities with Facilities, Metrology, and QC to ensure timely completion and minimize equipment down time. Review of preventative maintenance reports, calibration certifications, CMMS records, and perform system inventory audits.
Support team to investigate and resolve issues related to equipment failures, system deficiencies, deviations, and equipment troubleshooting. Support authoring quality systems records such as deviations, change controls, CAPAs, OOTs (Out of Tolerance) as required. Support on-site QC Equipment team activities. Ordering equipment, supplies, and maintaining inventory for equipment consumables/accessories. CTU alarm response, calibration and re-qualification coordinating and scheduling. Assist with locating and collecting assets due for service and returning to laboratory when complete. Serve as point person in QC for all equipment inquiries and relay to appropriate vendors onsite and externally. Support QC Equipment team with as-needed non-invasive repairs on UHPLC systems such as changing capillaries, flow cells, needles/seats as well as perform basic troubleshooting. Coordinate and schedule calibration/maintenance activities with Facilities, Metrology, and QC to ensure timely completion and minimize equipment down time. Review of preventative maintenance reports, calibration certifications, CMMS records, and perform system inventory audits.
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Education: Bachelors degree in sciences and 2-5 years of industry Experience: 5 years with BS or 2+ experience in GMP QC laboratory setting. Demonstrated aptitude or ability to learn in order to gain a strong understanding of GxP.
Intermediate Level
This is a Contract position based out of Norwood, MA.
The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $36.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
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)
This is a Contract position based out of Norwood, MA.
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.
This is a fully onsite position in Norwood,MA.
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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.
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.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
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