QC Laboratory Technician

Overview

Tek Wissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. The job opportunity below is for one of our clients specializing in biotechnology product development services. Our client is dedicated to supplying laboratory equipment, chemicals, supplies, and services essential in healthcare, scientific research, safety, and education. As the global leader in serving the field of science, our client boasts an annual revenue of around $40 billion with a mission to empower customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

Our client's global team is committed to delivering an unparalleled blend of cutting‑edge technologies, convenient procurement options, and pharmaceutical services under their industry‑leading brands.

Position: QC Laboratory Technician

Location: Fair Lawn, NJ - 07410

Duration: 12 Months

Job Type: Temporary Assignment

Work Type: Onsite

Shift: 2nd Shift

The QC Technician II / QC Laboratory Technician is responsible for performing fit‑for‑purpose analytical testing in support of manufacturing operations, including in‑process and finished product release testing. The role involves operating analytical instruments, documenting results, supporting investigations, maintaining laboratory standards, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within a quality control environment.

• Perform fit‑for‑purpose testing following established operating procedures to support manufacturing activities.
• Conduct in‑process and finished product release testing using various analytical techniques.
• Prepare standards and samples for analysis.
• Operate analytical instrumentation with minimal supervision.
• Document and report analytical testing results in LIMS and laboratory notebooks following Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Assist with Out‑of‑Specification (OOS) investigations by conducting relevant testing and documenting findings.
• Recommend improvements to analytical instrumentation methods and provide feedback on other process optimization opportunities.
• Apply Lean Six Sigma principles to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and housekeeping standards.
• Complete additional tasks assigned by the Supervisor.

• Bachelor's degree in Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or a related scientific field from an accredited university.
• Minimum 2 years of industry or relevant laboratory experience, preferably in the chemistry or bio/pharmaceutical industry.
• Hands‑on experience with wet chemistry techniques, basic analytical instruments, and chromatography.
• Familiarity with analytical test methods and standards such as ACS, USP/NF, EP/BP, JP, and FCC.
• Knowledge of analytical chemistry techniques and laboratory instrumentation.
• Experience with LIMS databases and laboratory documentation practices.
• Understanding of laboratory notebook review and analytical testing procedures.
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Effective problem‑solving and analytical thinking abilities.
• Knowledge of Lean methods and continuous improvement practices.
• Ability to identify process improvements and cost‑saving opportunities.

Tek Wissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.