Quality Control Technician

Katalyst CRO; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Katalyst CRO in Richmond, VA is seeking a Quality Control Technician to perform inspections, testing, and verification to ensure products meet specifications and regulatory requirements. You will collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams to identify issues, document results, and support continuous improvement while upholding GMP standards.

You will maintain calibration records, review manufacturing documentation, and assist with root cause investigations and corrective

Qualifications

• Experience performing inspections in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Strong documentation and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of GMP, ISO 9001, or ISO 13485 standards preferred.
• Experience with standard inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and CMM is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections on materials and finished products.
• Conduct dimensional, visual, and functional testing using standard inspection equipment.
• Review and document inspection results in accordance with company procedures.
• Identify non-conforming materials and initiate quality notifications.
• Assist with root cause investigations, CAPA activities, and corrective actions.
• Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits by providing required documentation.
• Maintain calibration records for inspection and measuring equipment.
• Review manufacturing documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, ISO, and company quality standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement and quality enhancement projects.
• Maintain organized laboratory and inspection areas.
• Perform additional quality-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Inspection experience

Documentation

GMP knowledge

Analytical skills

Quality systems

Education

Associate degree in Science/Engineering/Quality

High school diploma with quality experience

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

CMM

Job description

Job Description

The Quality Control Technician is responsible for performing inspections, testing, and quality verification activities to ensure products meet company specifications and regulatory requirements. This role works closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams to identify quality issues, maintain accurate documentation, and support continuous improvement initiatives while complying with GMP and quality system requirements.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections on materials and finished products.
• Conduct dimensional, visual, and functional testing using standard inspection equipment.
• Review and document inspection results in accordance with company procedures.
• Identify non-conforming materials and initiate quality notifications.
• Assist with root cause investigations, CAPA activities, and corrective actions.
• Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits by providing required documentation.
• Maintain calibration records for inspection and measuring equipment.
• Review manufacturing documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, ISO, and company quality standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement and quality enhancement projects.
• Maintain organized laboratory and inspection areas.
• Perform additional quality-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 24 years of Quality Control or Manufacturing experience.
• Experience performing inspections in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of GMP, ISO 9001, or ISO 13485 standards preferred.
• Experience using inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and CMM is a plus.
• Strong documentation and analytical skills.
• Associate Degree in Science, Engineering, Quality, or related discipline preferred.
• High School Diploma with relevant quality experience will also be considered.