Quality Control Technician in a Manufacturing Environment

Socket.dev; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 75,404,000 - 102,042,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Pet insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Wedgewood Pharmacy is seeking a quality-focused professional to support a sterile pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. You will perform quality control activities, monitor environmental conditions, and assist with batch records and deviation investigations.

The role requires experience in GMP environments, strong data analysis skills in Excel, and the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams. The position includes benefits and opportunities for growth, with a Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of quality experience in a GMP facility.
• Experience with sterile injectable products preferred; food or cosmetic manufacturing experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day quality control at a sterile manufacturing facility, including material release, sampling, inspection, and environmental monitoring.
• Release components, containers, closures, packaging, labeling, in-process materials, and finished products.
• Sample and inspect materials and finished products per SOPs.
• Prepare environmental monitoring data and trend reports in Excel.

Skills

Quality control

GMP

Sterile

Excel

Data trend

Documentation

Communication

Lifting 55 lbs

Education

High school diploma

Job description

At Wedgewood Pharmacy, we are dedicated to improving the lives of animals through customized medication and compassionate care. Every role in our organization contributes to helping pets live healthier, happier lives. We are a team driven by purpose, quality, and a shared commitment to animal health.

When will you work?

• The hours for this position are Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.

What you’ll do:

• Perform day-to-day quality control activities supporting a sterile pharmaceutical manufacturing facility, including material release, sampling and inspection, environmental monitoring, batch record review, and support of investigations and validation activities.
• Release components, containers, closures, packaging, labeling, in‑process materials, and finished products.
• Sample and inspect materials and finished products according to SOPs.
• Perform environmental monitoring using aseptic gowning and trend data in Excel or equivalent software; prepare quarterly and annual trend reports.
• Prepare samples for external laboratory analysis and maintain reserve samples.
• Monitor storage conditions for manufacturing areas, materials, and products.
• Review batch production, packaging, labeling, environmental monitoring, microbiological, chemical, and in‑process testing records.
• Identify adverse trends and recommend improvements.
• Partner with Production and Shipping/Receiving to ensure materials and supplies are qualified, documented, available, and released.
• Support deviations, non-conforming material, and out-of-specification investigations.
• Support equipment calibration, equipment/utility/facility validation, and preventive maintenance.
• Participate in process performance and product quality reviews and support continual improvement.
• Apply SOPs, forms, cGMP requirements, and operational GMP training to daily quality activities.

Who you are:

• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast‑paced, timeline‑driven environment with shifting priorities.
• A strong written and verbal communicator who can present data clearly and collaborate across functions.
• Able to work and make decisions independently while recognizing when to involve others.
• Meticulous and detail‑oriented, with sound judgment and a consistent focus on product quality.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, including intermediate Excel skills such as data entry, charts, and trending.
• Able to lift up to 55 lbs. and stand for up to two hours when required.

What you’ve done:

• 1+ years of quality experience in a GMP facility.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with sterile injectable products in a pharmaceutical environment preferred; food or cosmetic manufacturing experience will also be considered.

What’s in it for you:

• A comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and flexible spending accounts and of course, pet insurance!
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company contribution to help you save for the future
• Company Paid Life and disability insurance
• Access to voluntary insurance options
• A generous paid time off program that increases every year
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunity for growth - We believe in promoting from within and do so through our internal job posting program!

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Pay Range

$31 — $31 USD

Why We Do What We Do

At Wedgewood Pharmacy, your work has purpose. Every prescription you help prepare, support, or deliver contributes to improving the health and well‑being of animals. We are passionate about what we do and proud to build a workplace where people feel supported, included, and valued.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Wedgewood Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.