Quality Control Laboratory Technician

Quality Control Laboratory Technician

The Quality Control Laboratory Technician is responsible for ensuring that all production batches and finished products meet quality control standards. This role involves conducting tests in accordance with internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and FDA/GMP requirements. The technician will perform routine quality control activities, record observations and measurements, and report results. Additionally, they will manage the cleaning, disinfecting, and maintenance of laboratory glassware and equipment and assist in the receipt and inspection of raw materials.

Responsibilities:

• Test and adjust production batches as required by formula and SOP, communicating and recording adjustments as needed.
• Test finished products, stability, and validation samples using required methods.
• Perform instrumental analyses using HPLC, GC, or TOC as needed.
• Complete all paperwork, record keeping, and posting associated with approving and releasing batches.
• Evaluate data for trends and author standard operating procedures and microbiological test methods.
• Approve tankers for loading and unloading, recording information and testing results.
• Test products based on customer complaints or returns, and retest returned goods for release or rejection as authorized.
• Store samples as required and assist in maintaining retained samples as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and stock of the QC area and lab with necessary materials.
• Assist in environmental monitoring by obtaining samples and conducting testing for chemical or micro evaluation.
• Operate computer programs for preparing, distributing, and maintaining forms, charts, logs, graphs, and other written tools.
• Assist in ensuring the company's compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Communicate with other shifts regarding special microbiological testing and pertinent issues.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned, which may include special analytical projects and validations.

Essential Skills:

• Proficiency in chemistry and laboratory practices.
• Working knowledge of various testing apparatus, including HPLC and GC.
• Familiarity with basic lab equipment in a manufacturing setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry or a related science field.

Work Environment:

The work environment is characterized by a small team feel, fostering close collaboration and offering extensive training opportunities. Employees benefit from an environment that emphasizes consistent values, meaningful work, effective communication, and job security within a thriving industry. The company offers profit-sharing opportunities, rewarding team success. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, from 2:30pm to 10:30pm.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cincinnati, OH.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $26.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:

This is a fully onsite position in Cincinnati, OH.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 23, 2026.