Job Details
Posted 15 July, 2026
Job Id: 629290
Quality Control Technician
Job Description
The position of Quality Control Technician is within the Infectious Disease Developed Markets business unit located at Scarborough, Maine. In this role you will perform work required to ensure Company product quality is maintained at standards set forth by Company Quality System and mandated by regulatory agencies such as the FDA, ISO, and CMDR.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Perform testing of in-process components for Lateral Flow, ELISA and Molecular products
* Perform final release testing for Lateral Flow, ELISA and Molecular products
* Troubleshooting of technical and quality issues
* Undertake new procedures and observe proper safety precautions
* Able to perform technical procedures and use laboratory equipment
* Review batch records
* Calibrate/maintain laboratory equipment
* Maintain Good Manufacturing/Laboratory Practices (GMP/GLP)
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS | EDUCATION:
* Associates degree in Biology, Chemistry, Life Sciences or other related technical field or
equivalent combination of education and experience
* 1+ years of laboratory and/or quality control experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
2+ years experience in a regulated industry.
2+ years experience with GMP, FDA, ISO and USDA regulations.
Prior experience in the following areas:
Pipette experience
pH meter
ELISA assays
COMPETENCIES:
Working knowledge of internet sotware, MRP Inventory/Manufacturing software and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, and Word).
Knowledge of enzyme and/or immunochromatographic assays, inspection/measurement
systems, systematic troubleshooting, statistics and data analysis.
Perform a wide variety of activities to support the Quality Management System.
Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to follow Good Manufacturing/Laboratory Practices (GMP and GLP)
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or technical area or equivalent combination of experience and education. At least one year in quality assurance role in medical device industry is preferred.
Language Skills – English
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before small groups of customers or employees of organization.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database software; Internet software; Inventory software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations – None
Other Skills and Abilities:
Ability to follow procedures and accurately document results
Understanding the manufacturing processes of Company products and ability to recognize deviations from approved documented procedures
Attention to detail.
Ability to use bleach for cleaning purposes is required.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate.
Pay ranges between 20-25/hr based on experience
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.
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