QC Laboratory Operations Coordinator

Guerbet; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Guerbet in Raleigh, NC is seeking a QC Laboratory Coordinator to support GMP-compliant chemistry and microbiology operations. You will manage sample logistics, documentation, and inventory, ensuring proper chain of custody from receipt to testing and storage.

You will collaborate with QC, Manufacturing, Warehouse, and QA teams to keep operations inspection-ready and efficient, while maintaining accurate SOPs and traceability across samples and materials.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required with 2+ years in GMP pharma/biotech/medical device lab coordination or similar.
• Experience with laboratory sample management, documentation control, or coordination activities is required.
• Familiarity with GDP and GMP documentation and sample tracking is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and log all sample types (raw materials, in-process, finished product, EM, water, stability) per GDP/GMP.
• Verify sample integrity, labeling, and documentation; escalate discrepancies as needed.
• Maintain sample identification, traceability, and chain of custody throughout the lifecycle.
• Prioritize and route samples to Chemistry and Microbiology labs based on timelines and testing needs.
• Ensure appropriate storage conditions (ambient, refrigerated, frozen) and maintain location traceability.
• Manage stability and reserve samples, including storage, tracking, and compliance requirements.
• Maintain and organize laboratory documentation (SOPs, forms, logs) to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Ensure controlled documents are current and available in laboratory areas.
• Support document control activities including filing, distribution, and archiving per GDP.
• Monitor and manage inventory of consumables, reagents, and small equipment.
• Coordinate ordering, receipt, and storage to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Track stock levels and communicate shortages to stakeholders.
• Communicate sample status, priorities, and constraints to lab teams and stakeholders.
• Maintain tracking tools for sample status, turnaround time, and workflow visibility.
• Support efficient lab operations through coordination with QC, Manufacturing, Warehouse, and QA.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Sample management

Documentation control

Lab coordination

Education

Associate’s degree in a scientific discipline

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Guerbet in Raleigh, NC is seeking a QC Laboratory Coordinator to support GMP-compliant chemistry and microbiology operations. You will manage sample logistics, documentation, and inventory, ensuring proper chain of custody from receipt to testing and storage.

You will collaborate with QC, Manufacturing, Warehouse, and QA teams to keep operations inspection-ready and efficient, while maintaining accurate SOPs and traceability across samples and materials.