Quality Control/Quality Assurance Technician

Job title: Quality Control/Quality Assurance Technician

Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific


Job description: Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri)Environmental Conditions Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Laboratory Setting, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials, Working at heightsJob DescriptionAs part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.Location:This role is a permanent full-time position, based on-site within our Christchurch, NZ facility. It does not offer a hybrid working environment and does not have any shift work requirements. Working days are Monday to Friday.About the role:You’ll be part of a friendly and dynamic team that supports our customers in the development of life changing drugs and vaccines. In this role, you will mainly be supporting the Quality function by performing testing and release of company products. The role is a mid-level position reporting to a Quality Supervisor and has no direct reports.What will you do?Role Responsibilities:

• Performing QC analyses and associated tasks as per standard procedures, make observations and interpret findings
• Review batch manufacturing records and documentation and release product for supply, and chemicals and components for manufacture
• Recording, analyzing and trending QC data in specified forms (paper and electronic) with accuracy and responsibility
• Ordering and maintenance of stock and resources, ensuring correct storage conditions for samples and chemicals
• Calibration and maintenance of Lab equipment and manufacturing monitoring equipment as per the defined schedule
• Facilitate quality control documentation (SOP’s, Standard Forms) including writing, reviewing and issuing of documents
• Communicate effectively across departments and with internal customers.
• Conducting and supporting investigations, root cause analysis and CAPA
• Take part in training and PPI activities
• Perform Environmental Monitoring, Microbiological tests or other laboratory related activities
• Conceive and participate in quality improvement initiatives and process improvement
• Observe all safety rules which are established to maintain safe work practices, including wearing personal protective equipment (PPE). Conduct pro-active hazard identification and report any accidents, incidents and near misses

Keys to Success:Education:

• Tertiary Science qualification

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Min 3 yrs’ industry work experience within a similar role in the QC/QA field
• Experience working in a manufacturing or laboratory environment (Calibration and Chemistry experience will be useful but not essential)
• Knowledge of quality control laboratory methods, quality assurance methods, and regulatory compliance standards including ISO9001 and general cGMP requirements
• Experience facilitating quality control documentation (SOP’s, Standard Forms) including writing, reviewing and issuing of documents, conducting and supporting investigations, root cause analysis and CAPA etc (auditing or risk assessment experience is a nice to have)
• Computer literate in MS Office Suite including spreadsheets, database applications
• Meticulous and with a high attention to detail
• Possess strong discipline and a thorough, pro-active, methodical and systematic approach to your work
• Strong multitasking and prioritization skills
• Proven collaboration, team building and team participation skills
• Reliable and honest with a positive work ethic
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
• Organised with a proven ability to prioritise tasks according to customer requirements

Benefits:Join our team and take advantage of these great benefits! Apply now to learn more about the full range of benefits we offer.

• Health & Wellbeing: Join a company that prioritizes your health & wellbeing with comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and an Employee Assistance Program providing confidential support for personal and work-related issues..
• Extra Leave: Benefit from generous leave policies, including the option to purchase additional leave, paid birthday leave, and company paid parental leave.
• Charitable Giving & Volunteering: Make an impact with paid volunteer time to support non-profit organizations that matter to you.
• Learning & Development: Advance your career with access to online courses via Thermo Fisher Scientific University Plus and LinkedIn learning, workshops, and mentorship programs for continuous learning and skill development.

Thermo Fisher Scientific Australia WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender EqualityOur Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values – Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement – working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at , where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.Apply today!Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

Expected salary:

Location: Christchurch

Job date: Tue, 20 May 2025 22:56:37 GMT

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