Thermo Fisher Scientific · 5 hours ago
Sr Technician, QC Sample Management
St Louis, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expThermo Fisher Scientific is a company dedicated to making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. They are seeking a Sr. QC Technician - Sample Management who will support the site's QC sampling operations, including the pickup and transport of GMP manufacturing samples and managing sample shipments. The role involves working closely with the QC Laboratory Support team and ensuring compliance with GMP standards.
BioinformaticsBiotechnologyCloud Data ServicesConsultingHealth CareLife ScienceManagement Information SystemsOffice SuppliesPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
Pickup and transport samples from the manufacturing areas to quality control testing/storage areas. Report sample issues to the appropriate management as required per procedures
Receive samples into the analytical and microbiology laboratories. Receive samples for storage into the QC Sample Management storage units
Manage receipt of incoming sample shipments and outgoing sample shipments
Work in a biological safety cabinet with some level of gowning to sub-aliquoting bulk samples to smaller aliquots. Login samples to the LIMS system, properly label aliquots and receive to final storage as required per the label
Clearly and accurately communicates status of samples (picked up, for testing, for send-out) to cross-functional area teams
Support the team by helping manage the team’s inventory supplies stock
Maintain up to date training records
Effectively train department employees in the execution of Sample Management tasks
Performs all duties in strict compliance with Standard Operating Procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Laboratory Practices, and Safety guidelines. Maintains the necessary compliance status required by company and facility standards
May author Sample Management documents in the site electronic document management system
May investigate and complete investigation of minor sample management deviations
Assist with additional laboratory support duties as necessary to meet departmental goals
Qualification
Required
Minimum of high school diploma
5 years' experience at a GMP manufacturing facility, preferably in a sample management, operations, or sampling role (with high school diploma)
2-3 years experience at a GMP manufacturing facility, preferably in a sample management, operations, or sampling role (with college background)
Working knowledge of GMP regulations in a GMP environment
Knowledge of cGMP practices and aseptic techniques
Accurate Pipetting Skills
MS Office – must be good with computers and a variety of software
Able to read, write, and communicate in English
Able to understand and carry out instructions
Reliable
Strong communication (written and verbal)
Effectively multi-task
Able to work in an environment of change
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Able to recognize problems developing, not just occurring
Occasional heavy lifting or moving required
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance
Preferred
Two(2) years of college in a Science or Engineering related field preferred (Biology, Biochemistry or Chemistry)
Working experience in a cGMP Quality Control laboratory is a plus
Working experience with sample labeling systems and inventory management systems is a plus
Benefits
Competitive remuneration
Annual incentive plan bonus
Healthcare
A range of employee benefits
Company
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a biotechnology and laboratory equipment company that provides a wide range of scientific products and services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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CEO
Stephen Williamson
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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