Quality Lab Technician — GMP & Precision Testing

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

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