USA-Quality Control Technician I (Manufacturing​/Quality) 1st Shift

USA-Quality Control Technician I (Manufacturing/Quality) 1st Shift

Immediate need for a talented USA-Quality Control Technician I (Manufacturing/Quality) 1st Shift. This is a 12 Months Contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Swiftwater, PA (Onsite).

Job
-24351 Pay Range: $20 - $26/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).

• This position supports the execution of routine and non-routine testing in the QC Virology PCU to ensure the safety, potency, and purity of biological products in compliance with Federal Regulations, cGMP, and Client policies and procedures.
• This position requires the individual to compliantly perform viral assays as scheduled, analyze results, maintain data integrity and good documentation, and ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Perform general viral assays including cell culture, plaque assays, egg-based assays, etc. or other tests as assigned.
• Tests maintain cell cultures used in viral testing
• Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency of functions within lab electronic systems
• Assist with maintaining safety and compliance of the laboratory, including cleaning laboratories, equipment, and ancillary areas and inventory of lab supplies
• Attend/Contribute to scheduled team, department, and safety meetings
• Participate in training activities
• Interpret test results, identify deviations, and escalate issues as needed
• Documentation, waste disposal, cleaning of laboratories, and all other activities as assigned.

• Must have skills:
  Experience in a GMP laboratory, Cell culture (at least in school), Aseptic technique and Pipette
• Bachelor's degree in biological sciences such as microbiology, virology, biochemistry, or related field with a minimum of 1 year of experience
• Hands-on experience with cell culture, and virology techniques is highly desirable
• Familiarity with aseptic technique and biosafety procedures
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Computer literacy and ability to learn technical systems
• Strong attention to detail and documentation practices
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Must receive required vaccinations to be eligible for this position
• Position will involve weekend and/or holiday work depending on testing needs

Our client is a leading Pharmaceutical Industry and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. Pyramid Consulting, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.