Quality Control

ManpowerGroup; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training

Medical benefits

Weekly pay

Career guidance

Glassdoor award

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Quality Technician to perform quality control testing on incoming materials, packaging materials, and active ingredients in a GMP environment. This role supports laboratory operations through accurate testing, documentation, inventory management, and collaboration with production, purchasing, and receiving teams.

The position requires an associate degree in a chemical/biological field and at least 3 years of lab experience, plus strong communication and proficiency

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of laboratory experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, ERP systems, and database software.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct conformance testing on all incoming materials.
• Sample and test packaging materials and incoming raw materials according to specifications and company procedures.
• Perform and document physical and chemical analyses; coordinate sample submission to external laboratories when required.
• Maintain laboratory records and documentation.
• Retest expired chemical raw materials and maintain corresponding records.
• Utilize ERP systems and Microsoft Excel to enter and maintain product and testing data.
• Test and document active raw materials for potency determination according to established specifications.
• Perform internal monitoring, calibration, and documentation of laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Prepare and maintain master and retention standards.
• Manage laboratory inventory, supplies, and stock levels.
• Coordinate activities with Purchasing, Production, and Receiving departments.
• Assist with investigations involving laboratory deviations, non-conformances, out-of-specification results, and change control procedures.
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), safety policies, approved test methods, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant laboratory environment.
• Report non-conformances in a timely manner and assist in corrective actions.
• Perform additional duties, special projects, and cross-training activities within Quality Control as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Chemistry or related field

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Database software

Job description

Quality Technician

Pay Rate: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour DOE

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Position Summary

The Laboratory Technician is responsible for performing quality control testing on incoming raw materials, packaging materials, and active ingredients to ensure compliance with company specifications, GMP standards, and quality procedures. This role supports laboratory operations through accurate testing, documentation, inventory management, and collaboration with production, purchasing, and receiving teams.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct conformance testing on all incoming materials.
• Sample and test packaging materials and incoming raw materials according to specifications and company procedures.
• Perform and document physical and chemical analyses; coordinate sample submission to external laboratories when required.
• Maintain laboratory records and documentation.
• Retest expired chemical raw materials and maintain corresponding records.
• Utilize ERP systems and Microsoft Excel to enter and maintain product and testing data.
• Test and document active raw materials for potency determination according to established specifications.
• Perform internal monitoring, calibration, and documentation of laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Prepare and maintain master and retention standards.
• Manage laboratory inventory, supplies, and stock levels.
• Coordinate activities with Purchasing, Production, and Receiving departments.
• Assist with investigations involving laboratory deviations, non-conformances, out-of-specification results, and change control procedures.
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), safety policies, approved test methods, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant laboratory environment.
• Report non-conformances in a timely manner and assist in corrective actions.
• Perform additional duties, special projects, and cross-training activities within Quality Control as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Associate degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific field.
• Minimum of 3 years of laboratory experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, ERP systems, and database software.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• Experience working in a GMP-regulated manufacturing or quality control environment.
• Familiarity with laboratory testing methods, calibration procedures, and quality systems.

Why should you choose Manpower?

• Free training to upgrade your skills, including a free college tuition program
• Medical, dental, vision, 401k
• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• 24/7 Manpower customer care support
• Dedicated Career Partner to help you achieve your career goals
• Voted #1 best places to work by Glassdoor 2021

ManpowerGroup recognizes the importance of providing an accessible and barrier-free environment. We are committed to creating a welcoming, fair and inclusive environment by offering equal opportunity to access our services. At ManpowerGroup, we are committed to providing accommodations, and will work with you to meet your needs.

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.