QC Sampling Associate

NOTICE:
The posting for local applicants only — is not for those applying for a global assignment and/or for employees working outside of Cipla's U.S. Subsidiaries or Affiliates.

QC Sampling Associate

Full‑Time, Non‑Exempt/Hourly Professional

Fall River, MA

General Shift: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (may vary based on business needs)

Quality Control Manager

$25 – $29

• Perform sample withdrawal for all incoming raw materials, packing materials, and water, including receipt, logging, distribution, and destruction.
• Update all sample information in SAP as per company procedures.
• Complete data entry as required.
• Oversee temperature and humidity monitoring for retention and sample storage rooms.
• Conduct sample loading in stability chambers and submit stability samples as per schedule.
• Provide general housekeeping in the QC lab and any other functional activity as assigned by management.
• Maintain and update the retention rooms of raw materials as required.
• Clean the sampling area and accessories as per approved SOPs.
• Ensure all sampling activities comply with cGMP, data integrity, and safety requirements.
• Follow contamination‑control practices during sampling, including gowning and cleanroom behavior when applicable.
• Accurately label, log, and submit samples to the QC laboratory with complete documentation.
• Maintain and verify cleanliness and readiness of sampling tools and equipment.
• Support material status control by ensuring sampled materials are properly segregated and labeled.
• Document sampling activities in logbooks, sampling records, and electronic systems (SAP/ILMS) in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assist in investigations related to deviations, out‑of‑specification (OOS) results, or sampling errors, as required.
• Participate in GDP, cGMP, and safety training programs.
• Maintain compliance with site safety policies and participate in EHS initiatives.
• Support audit and inspection readiness by ensuring sampling documentation is complete and inspection‑ready at all times.
• Coordinate and dispatch samples to contract testing laboratories (CTLs) or other Inva Gen/Cipla laboratories as per approved procedures and testing requirements.
• Maintain stock of sampling equipment and consumables.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent education credential (ex. GED) required.
• Proficient user of Microsoft Office Programs to include Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and other lab‑related systems.
• 2 years’ work experience in a pharmaceutical raw materials sampling activity.
• Associate degree or higher in Chemistry, Laboratory Science, or related fields of study from an accredited institution (preferred).
• Proficiently speak English as a first or second language.
• Have excellent organization, learning, and teaching skills required to work in teams.
• Ability to understand and analyze complex data.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and other scientific‑based software.
• Experience in pharmaceuticals is a plus.

• Hourly position.
• Full‑time.
• Must be willing to work in a pharmaceutical packaging setting.
• Must be willing and able to work any assigned shift ranging from first or second shift.
• Work schedule may be Monday to Friday.
• Must be willing to work some weekends based on business needs as required by management.
• Must possess a positive, professional attitude toward work and willingness to cooperate with co‑workers and supervisors.
• No remote work available.
• No employment sponsorship or work visas.

This role works in a cGMP laboratory or manufacturing environment, where personal protective equipment is required, which may include uniforms, lab coats, safety glasses, respiratory protective equipment, hearing protection, etc. Work with or around solvents, powders, or other materials commonly found in a pharmaceutical laboratory or manufacturing facility is required. The role may be assigned on a work‑shift basis, where required (Day, Evening, Night).

Weekend or Holiday work may be requested or required. Long periods of standing up/walking during working hours; ability to ascend/descend ladders; and able to lift to 35 pounds.

Cipla is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.