Quality Control Technician

Quality Control Technician – Bioanalytical / Microbiology | Athens, GA | 14-Month ContractSigma Systems is hiring a Quality Control Technician for a 14-month contract opportunity in Athens, GA. This position is ideal for a laboratory professional with experience in GMP-regulated environments, aseptic technique, microbiological testing, and bioanalytical laboratory methods who can perform testing accurately while maintaining strict quality and compliance standards.Quality Control Technician ResponsibilitiesThe Quality Control Technician will perform laboratory testing of raw materials, in-process materials, release samples, and stability samples in accordance with established procedures and applicable regulatory requirements.Key responsibilities include:Perform bioanalytical and microbiological testing for various Bio QC assays.Perform applicable methods including immunological, in vivo, microbiological, molecular biological, and virological.Conduct testing on raw materials, in-process samples, release samples, and stability samples.Initiate, execute, and complete assays according to validated procedures.Follow established laboratory procedures, specifications, and quality requirements.Perform testing in accordance with applicable GMP and regulatory requirements.Maintain accurate and complete GMP documentation for laboratory activities.Ensure testing is performed within established quality, compliance, and scheduling requirements.Communicate testing status, compliance concerns, and scheduling issues to supervisors in a timely manner.Follow company policies, laboratory procedures, and site safety requirements.Maintain a safe and compliant laboratory work environment.Support site safety KPIs and quality objectives.Demonstrate accountability, teamwork, and adherence to company principles.Maintain accurate documentation and records associated with laboratory testing.Required & Preferred QualificationsRequired / Highly Desired SkillsExperience with aseptic technique.Experience performing microbiological testing.Previous experience working in a GMP environment is highly desired.Laboratory experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, biologics, veterinary pharmaceutical, or another regulated environment is beneficial.Ability to follow validated procedures and established laboratory protocols.Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.Ability to properly document laboratory activities.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to identify and communicate testing, compliance, or scheduling issues.Ability to work safely and consistently within a regulated laboratory environment.Bioanalytical & QC ExperienceCandidates with experience in one or more of the following areas are encouraged to apply:MicrobiologyMolecular biologyVirologyImmunologyIn vivo testingBioanalytical assaysQuality Control testingRaw material testingIn-process testingRelease testingStability testingAseptic laboratory techniquesGMP documentationIdeal CandidateThe ideal candidate is a Quality Control Technician, QC Laboratory Technician, Microbiology Technician, Bioanalytical Technician, Laboratory Technician, or similar laboratory professional with experience in a regulated environment.Candidates who have worked in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, biologics, veterinary pharmaceutical, or other GMP-regulated laboratories and have hands-on experience with aseptic technique and microbiological testing are especially encouraged to apply.