Quality Control Technician

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Quality Control Technician

The Quality Control Technician is responsible for supporting highly complex quality control tasks to address manufacturing abnormalities, and coordinates quality control protocols while ensuring adherence to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

• Supports the development of laboratory hygiene programs and regulatory documentation, acts as a mentor for junior technicians, and contributes to validation protocols and equipment maintenance.
• Coordinates the implementation of quality control procedures and protocols, ensuring adherence to GLP and GMP.
• Participates in developing and implementing the laboratory chemical hygiene program and coordinates the documentation of regulatory requirements for good manufacturing controls for medical devices as outlined in quality control plans.
• Acts as a specialized resource for the quality control department with an in‑depth understanding of the organization’s tools and processes, providing guidance and support to junior technicians.
• Contributes to the development and execution of validation protocols and testing methods for new products and processes to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Coordinates the thorough maintenance of laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability of test results, adhering to regulatory standards and quality control measures.
• Participates in continuous quality improvement initiatives, such as Kaizen events and Lean manufacturing projects, to enhance operational excellence and product quality.
• Adheres to all safety protocols and guidelines, including the proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials, to maintain a safe working environment for oneself and others.
• Understands implications of work, makes recommendations for solutions, and utilizes experience and in‑depth knowledge to complete a wide range of tasks in resourceful and effective ways.

• You have a minimum of 2+ years’ experience in FDA/ISO 13485 regulated medical device manufacturing quality environments, with a focus on production controls, supporting validations, administering calibration, quality records, incoming/in‑process/final inspection, using hand tools and optical inspection systems.
• You have proven experience working in a clean room environment, ensuring adherence to GLP and GMP.
• You have experience with laboratory hygiene programs and laboratory equipment maintenance, to ensure accuracy and reliability of test results, adhering to regulatory standards and quality control measures.
• You have a minimum of a high school diploma or vocational education.
• You must be able to successfully perform the following minimum physical, cognitive, and environmental job requirements, with or without accommodation for this position.

• US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work‑authorized visa, now or in the future.
• Company relocation benefits will not be provided for this position. You must reside in or within commuting distance to Bedford, MA.
• May require travel up to 10%.

The pay range for this position in Bedford, MA is $27.46 to $43.94 per hour. Employees are eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits program that includes generous paid time off, 401(k) with up to 7% match, HSA with company contribution, stock purchase plan, education reimbursement, and more.

This is an onsite role requiring full‑time presence (5 days per week) at the company’s facilities. Field roles are generally performed at customers’ or suppliers’ locations.

Philips is an Equal Employment and Opportunity Employer, including disability, veterans, and maintains a drug‑free workplace.