Quality Control Sampling Technician

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Receive and verify samples and materials from various departments for transfer.


• Maintain proper chain of custody for samples and materials transported between manufacturing facilities, warehouses, and the QC Laboratory.


• Ensure the timely collection and delivery of samples and materials between company locations.


• Prepare sampling materials and maintain adequate sampling supplies.


• Clean and sanitize the sampling unit and related equipment.


• Collect samples of raw materials and excipients for QC laboratory testing.


• Prepare samples for shipment to contract laboratories.


• Apply QA/QC release stickers to approved materials at various warehouse and production locations.


• Verify finished-product samples received from Production for stability testing.


• Place stability samples in designated storage locations and complete the required documentation.


• Retrieve stability samples from storage areas and chambers according to established pull schedules.


• Assist the QC Laboratory Manager and Chemistry and Microbiology Supervisors as needed.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.


• Previous sample courier experience preferred but not required.


• Previous experience with aseptic techniques preferred but not required.


• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required due to regular travel between company facilities and the operation of company vehicles.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to safely operate a company vehicle when necessary.


• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.


• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining accuracy.


• Basic computer proficiency, including experience with word-processing, spreadsheet, and database programs.


• Ability to understand and follow written, verbal, diagram-based, and scheduled instructions.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


• Dependable and punctual with strong time-management and organizational skills.


• Ability to maintain confidentiality.