Quality Control Technician I - QC Lab Support

VARITE INC; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Legal Service Plans

Job summary

VARITE is seeking a Quality Control Technician I to support QC Lab activities in Frederick, MD on site. The role includes sample management, logging in LIMS, and coordinating transfers with internal and external labs.

You will work in a GMP-regulated environment, collaborate with QA and Manufacturing, and participate in Lean Lab initiatives while maintaining compliance with safety and regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or AA Degree with 2+ years' experience in Quality Control or biopharma laboratories (FDA regulated)
• High School Degree with 3+ years' experience in Quality Control or biopharma laboratories (FDA regulated)
• Experience in GMP in QC lab is preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming samples, verify documentation, and log sample information into LIMS.
• Execute processes to support sample receipt and processing or aliquoting for release/stability testing and retains.
• Label, store, and organize samples according to procedures and storage requirements.
• Coordinate sample transfers to internal and external testing labs.
• Perform routine cleaning, maintenance, and restocking of sample storage areas.
• Collaborate with MM, QA and other QC functions including Corporate QC.
• Manage and complete all shipping activities within QC functions.
• Review records such as chain of custody forms and processing logs.
• Assist with deviation and investigation activities as needed.
• Provide updates during daily and weekly meetings.
• Participate in Lean Lab and Operational Excellence initiatives.
• Comply with safety, quality, and regulatory guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Flexibility

Overtime availability

Education

Bachelor's Degree

AA Degree with 2+ years QC/biopharma

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Visio

Job description

VARITE is looking for a qualified Quality Control Technician I - QC Lab Support in Frederick, MD 21704 (Onsite).

WHAT THE CLIENT DOES?

An American biotechnology company that develops cancer immunotherapy products with a primary focus on genetically engineered autologous CAR T cell therapy - a cell-based therapy which relies on chimeric antigen receptors and T cells.

WHAT WE DO?

Established in the Year 2000, VARITE is an award-winning minority business enterprise providing global consulting & staffing services to Fortune 1000 companies and government agencies. With 850+ global consultants, VARITE is committed to delivering excellence to its customers by leveraging its global experience and expertise in providing comprehensive scientific, engineering, technical, and non-technical staff augmentation and talent acquisition services.

Job Title:Quality Control Technician I - QC Lab Support

Location: Frederick, MD 21704 (Onsite - lab environment)

Contract Duration: 12 months with possible extension.

Pay Rate Range: $18.00 - $21.89/hr. on W2.

Swing Shifts: 4/10 (4 days x 10 hours/day)

Wed - Sat - 3:00 pm - 2:00 am

The team will operate 7 days a week, with an extended, overlapping shift structure.

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Execute tasks associated with sample management, shipment of samples, and other lab support QC functions, while interacting cross-functionally with personnel from other QC groups, Quality Assurance, Analytical Development, Manufacturing, Material Management (MM), and corporate teams.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to)

• Receive incoming samples, verify documentation, and log sample information into LIMS.
• Execute processes to support sample receipt and processing or aliquoting for release/stability testing and retains.
• Label, store, and organize samples according to established procedures and storage requirements.
• Coordinate sample transfers to internal and external testing labs.
• Perform routine cleaning, maintenance, and restocking of sample storage areas.
• Collaborate with MM, QA and other QC functions—including Corporate QC—to support requirements around sampling, testing, and disposition.
• Manage and complete all shipping activities within QC functions.
• Complete routine review of records, such as sample chain of custody forms, processing logs, logbooks, and other documentation generated within QC Lab Support.
• Assist with deviation and investigation activities as needed.
• Provide updates during daily and weekly meetings.
• Participate in Lean Lab and other Operational Excellence initiatives.
• Comply with all safety, quality, and regulatory guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree OR
• AA Degree and 2+ years' experience working in Quality Control or biopharma laboratories preferably in an FDA regulated laboratory OR
• High School Degree and 3+ years' experience working in Quality Control or biopharma laboratories preferably in an FDA regulated laboratory.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong knowledge in applying GMP in QC lab.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to keep track of multiple ongoing projects
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Visio, and other related applications
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills which are essential in this collaborative work environment
• Comfortable in a fast-paces small company environment and able to adjust workload based on changing priorities.
• Ability to be flexible with schedule, and work overtime as needed.

BENEFITS

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Eligible employees may receive:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement Plans: Participation in a company-sponsored retirement savings plan.
• Legal Service Plans: Offering access to attorneys for legal advice and representation.

VARITE is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.