Quality Control Technician

About the role

Join Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Penrose facility in Auckland as a Quality Control Technician. You will support the development of life‑changing drugs and vaccines by performing QC testing and releasing products in a GMP‑compliant cleanroom environment.

Key responsibilities

• Perform QC analyses, record observations, and interpret results according to standard procedures.
• Enter, analyze, and trend QC data in both paper and electronic formats.
• Maintain stock, ensure proper storage conditions for samples and chemicals.
• Prepare, review, and issue quality control documentation such as SOPs and standard forms.
• Communicate findings across departments and support internal customers.
• Conduct investigations, root‑cause analysis, and CAPA for deviations or OOS events.
• Participate in training, PPI activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform microbiological and biochemical tests and other laboratory activities while adhering to safety and PPE requirements.

Required profile

• Tertiary science qualification.
• Experience in a manufacturing or laboratory environment.
• Knowledge of QC laboratory methods, QA practices, and regulatory standards (e.g., ISO 9000).
• Ability to work in a GMP cleanroom and follow strict safety protocols.

Required skills

• Microbiological testing.
• Biochemical testing.
• Quality control analysis and data trending.
• SOP writing and documentation.
• CAPA and root‑cause investigation.
• Deviation/OOS investigation.
• Process improvement techniques.