QC Technician I, Quality Control Lab Support
Kite PharmaAbout the role
We’re here for one reason and one reason only – to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. We’ve made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies have changed the paradigm. But we're not finished yet.
Join Kite, as we make even bigger advances in cancer therapies, and help shape where our business and medical science goes next.
We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Kite and help create more tomorrows.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join us as a QC Technician I, Quality Control Lab Support, reporting to the Manager, Quality Control Lab Support in Frederick, MD. In this role, you will execute tasks associated with sample management, shipment of samples, and other lab support QC functions, while interacting cross-functionally with personnel from other QC groups, Quality Assurance, Analytical Development, Manufacturing, Material Management (MM), and corporate teams.
Shift: Wednesday through Saturday from 3pm to 2am
Key Responsibilities
Receive incoming samples, verify documentation, and log sample information into LIMS.
Execute processes to support sample receipt and processing or aliquoting for release/stability testing and retains.
Label, store, and organize samples according to established procedures and storage requirements.
Coordinate sample transfers to internal and external testing labs.
Perform routine cleaning, maintenance, and restocking of sample storage areas.
Collaborate with MM, QA, and other QC functions—including Corporate QC—to support requirements around sampling, testing, and disposition.
Manage and complete all shipping activities
within QC functions.
Complete routine review of records, such as sample chain of custody forms, processing logs, logbooks, and other documentation generated within QC Lab Support.
Assist with deviation and investigation activities as needed.
Provide updates during daily and weekly meetings.
Participate in Lean Lab and other Operational Excellence initiatives.
Comply with all safety, quality, and regulatory guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications
AA Degree and 1+ years of relevant experience: OR
High School diploma and 2+ years’ experience
Experience working in Quality Control or biopharma laboratories (preferably in an FDA regulated laboratory)
Preferred Qualifications
Strong knowledge in applying GMP in QC lab.
Exceptional attention to detail and ability to keep track of multiple ongoing projects
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Visio, and other related applications
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills which are essential in this collaborative work environment
Comfortable in a fast-paces small company environment and able to adjust workload based on changing priorities.
Ability to be flexible with schedule, and work overtime as needed (shift: Wednesday thru Saturday 3pm to 2am)
For additional benefits information, visit:
https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing
* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.
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