Quality Control Technician

Overview

Responsible for planning, coordinating, and conducting testing and inspection activities related to company products. Records, analyzes, and approves results during product development and manufacturing. Also responsible for environmental monitoring activities.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Coordination and planning of internal and external QC testing.
• Performance and reporting of inspection and testing of raw materials, production related materials, and company products (intermediate and finished products).
• Sampling of raw materials and products for inspection & testing.
• Release of raw materials and production related materials.
• Coordination, planning, performance and reporting of environmental monitoring (EM) of production areas and utilities.
• Coordination, planning and testing of samples relating to shelf life and validation studies.
• Calibration and maintenance of QC and EM related equipment, and maintenance of QC laboratory/areas.

This is a hourly, full time, and onsite position. The hourly rate for this position is $20-24.57 an hour.

• Sampling of incoming raw materials, final products, shelf-life, and validation samples.
• Plan, perform, and report inspection & routine testing of incoming materials and products.
• Release of incoming raw materials.
• Plan, perform, and report testing in relation to shelf‑life and validation studies.
• Communicate with external test laboratories regarding planning, execution, and reporting of testing.
• Ship samples to external test laboratories.
• Inspection activities relating to product labeling.
• Implement and maintain QC databases, ensuring relevant information is up to date and accessible.
• Initiate and/or review Quality Indicators (QIs), including deviations and out‑of‑specification reports, as necessary.
• Coordinate, plan, and perform equipment calibration and maintenance activities for QC and EM purposes.
• Participate in product development and risk management teams when required, regarding QC and EM topics.
• Provide training to existing and new QC personnel, as required.
• Coordinate and plan Quarterly Dose Audits (QDA).
• Maintain equipment files.

• Write, review, or approve quality control procedures and related documentation, including specification documents and testing procedures.
• Maintain knowledge of relevant quality control requirements, stay up to date on QC topics, and share information with colleagues.
• Suggest possible improvements to current testing and identify needs for changes in the Quality Management System.

• Know, understand, and adhere to all safety standards, including emergency preparedness, chemical, infectious agents, and radioactive hazards.
• Participate in the introduction and evaluation of new procedures, supplies, and equipment as necessary for proper and safe performance of work activities.
• Ensure proper training of colleagues, students, etc. as necessary.
• Use resources (equipment, disposables, time) responsibly and cost‑effectively.

• Bachelor degree in Biomedical, Biotechnology, or Laboratory sciences.
• Experience with relevant quality systems and regulatory requirements ISO 13485 / ISO 9001 / cGMP (FDA 21
  
  CFR
  820‑QSR).
• Technical experience in testing of medical devices.
• English language proficiency at C‑Level.

• Can work independently with a hands‑on mentality.
• Accurate and proactive.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Team player able to work cooperatively in a professional team.

Ability to travel domestically and internationally if applicable.

• Mobility & Posture: May require occasional sitting, standing, walking, climbing, reaching, bending, or stooping.
• Lifting/Carrying: May require lifting and carrying items 50 pounds or more, depending on the role.
• Manual Dexterity: Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, grasping, and operating office or job‑specific equipment.
• Driving: Some roles may require the ability to operate a motor vehicle for extended periods and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Specific requirements may vary by role. Contact an HR representative for details related to the position.

Kuros Biosciences is an equal‑opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Kuros Biosciences complies with GDPR and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).