Quality Control Technician

Job Title

Quality Control Technician

Job Description

The Quality Control Technician is responsible for supporting highly complex quality control tasks to address manufacturing abnormalities, and coordinates quality control protocols while ensuring adherence to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Your role:

• Supports the development of laboratory hygiene programs and regulatory documentation, acts as a mentor for junior technicians, and contributes to validation protocols and equipment maintenance.

• Coordinates the implementation of quality control procedures and protocols, ensuring adherence to good laboratory practices (GLP) and good manufacturing practices (GMP).

• Participates in developing and implementing the laboratory chemical hygiene program and coordinates the documentation of regulatory requirements for good manufacturing controls for medical devices as outlined in quality control plans.

• Acts as a specialized resource for quality control department with in-depth understanding of organization's tools and processes, providing guidance and support to junior technicians.

• Contributes to the development and execution of validation protocols and testing methods for new products and processes to ensure they meet quality standards.

• Coordinates the thorough maintenance of laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability of test results, adhering to regulatory standards and quality control measures.

• Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives, such as Kaizen events and Lean manufacturing projects, to enhance operational excellence and product quality.

• Adheres to all safety protocols and guidelines, including the proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials, to maintain a safe working environment for oneself and others.

• Understands implications of work, makes recommendations for solutions, and utilizes experience and in-depth knowledge to complete a wide range of tasks in resourceful and effective ways.

You're the right fit if:

• You have a minimum of 2+ years’ experience in FDA/ISO 13485 regulated Medical Device manufacturing quality environments (REQUIRED), with a focus on production controls, supporting validations, administering calibration, quality records, incoming/in-process/final Inspection, using hand tools and optical inspection systems.

• You have proven experience working in a clean room environment, ensuring adherence to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

• You have experience with laboratory hygiene programs and lab equipment maintenance, to ensure accuracy and reliability of test results, adhering to regulatory standards and quality control measures.

• You have a Minimum of a High School Diploma (REQUIRED) or Vocational Education.

• You must be able to successfully perform the following minimum Physical, Cognitive and Environmental job requirements with or without accommodation for this position. 

How we work together:

We believe that we are better together than a part. For our Office-based teams, this means working in-person at least 3 days per week. Onsite roles require full-time presence (5 days per week) in the company’s facilities. Field roles are most effectively done outside of the company’s main facilities, generally at the customers’ or suppliers’ locations. This is an Onsite role.

About Philips:

We are a health technology company. We built our entire company around the belief that every human matters, and we won't stop until everybody, everywhere, has access to the quality of healthcare that we all deserve. Do the work of your life to help improve the lives of others.

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• Discover our rich and exciting history.

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Philips Transparency Details:

• The pay range for this position in Bedford, MA is $27.46 to $43.94

The actual Hourly pay offered may vary within the posted ranges depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity. 

At Philips, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the pay range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each case. 

In addition, other compensation, such as an annual incentive bonus, sales commission or long-term incentives may be offered.  Employees are eligible to participate in our comprehensive Philips Total Rewards benefits program, which includes a generous PTO, 401k (up to 7% match), HSA (with company contribution), stock purchase plan, education reimbursement and much more.  Details about our benefits can be found here. 

Additional Information:

• US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company WILL NOT consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa, now or in the future.

• Company relocation benefits WILL NOT be provided for this position.  For this position, you must reside in or within commuting distance to Bedford, MA.

• May require travel up to 10%.

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This requisition is expected to stay active for 45 days but may close earlier if a successful candidate is selected or business necessity dictates.  Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure consideration.

Philips is an Equal Employment and Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets and maintains a drug-free workplace.