Job Title: Quality Control Technician Job Description As a Quality Control Technician, you will perform essential environmental monitoring tasks, which include maintaining laboratory supplies and equipment, supporting investigations for environmental excursions, and executing aseptic process validations. You will also be involved in quality control biological and cell-based testing of Cell Therapy release and stability samples during the 2nd shift, utilizing various test methods such as flow cytometry, ELISA, and immunofluorescence microscopy. This role is crucial for maintaining the cleanrooms for commercial manufacturing and environmental monitoring performance qualifications. Responsibilities + Perform environmental monitoring, requiring level 3 gowning qualification and extended hours in the cleanroom. + Assist with the maintenance of laboratory/media supplies and equipment. + Support investigations for environmental excursions and assist in revising standard operational procedures, trend reports, deviations, and corrective actions. + Perform water sampling and gas testing. + Execute aseptic process validations, EM performance qualifications, and gowning qualifications. + Inspect aseptic process qualification units. + Conduct Quality Control (QC) biological/cell-based testing of Cell Therapy release and stability samples during the 3rd shift. + Participate in Cell Therapy technology transfer activities and validation of analytical methods. + Perform general lab and equipment maintenance duties. + Perform other duties as assigned. Essential Skills + Bachelor's Degree in a Scientific Discipline. + 3-5 years of experience in a lab setting, preferably an environmental lab. + Level 3 gowning qualification. + Knowledge in Chemistry, GMP, Biology, and Microbiology. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with flow cytometry based assays, proliferation, ELISA, cell counts (manual and automated), and immunofluorescence microscopy/spectroscopy assays. + Ability to support technology transfer activities and validation of analytical methods. + Proficiency in generating method SOPs and executing validation protocols. Work Environment The position operates on a 2nd shift schedule, Wednesday through Saturday from 2PM to 12AM. However, candidates must be able to train on the 1st shift from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm for the first few weeks. The role involves working within cleanrooms, requiring level 3 gowning and adherence to strict cleanliness and safety protocols. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.24 - $33.74/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 22, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.