QC Associate II

We are seeking a dedicatedQC Associate II to join our team. In this role, you will play a critical part in supporting manufacturing operations through environmental monitoring, microbiological and chemical testing, and data analysis. You will also contribute to maintaining the highest standards of good manufacturing practices (GMP) and good laboratory practices (GLP).

As a QC Associate II, you'll assist in ensuring product quality by conducting routine and non-routine testing, calibrating and maintaining laboratory equipment, optimizing testing methods, and troubleshooting. You will actively support our product operations by investigating anomalies, compiling regulatory documentation, and driving process improvements, all while keeping the laboratory audit-ready and fully compliant. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a hands-on technical environment and is eager to contribute to the success and advancement of our quality control programs.

Shift information: Sun-Wed 4x10 shift, 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM

The Opportunity

• Collect, process, and report data for samples associated with environmental monitoring and in-process testing from clinical and/or commercial manufacturing facilities. Perform microbiological and chemical testing at all levels of complexity to support manufactured products, investigations, special studies, and validations.

• Conduct data review, data trending, report writing, and manage laboratory maintenance. Collect and enter data into electronic systems while generating comprehensive reports.

• Initiate, compile, and perform laboratory investigations, including reviewing documents, conducting internal and external interviews, tracking information, and identifying root causes of issues.

• Apply advanced techniques to troubleshoot assay and equipment problems, evaluate and implement new techniques and technologies, and identify functional improvements for laboratory systems or technical equipment.

• Train team members in basic and complex laboratory processes, troubleshooting techniques, and other applications or assays as needed to support quality control activities. Serve as a liaison for daily activities and special projects within Quality Control (QC) or across functional teams.

• Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for assays and technical expertise areas, providing support to analysts within the department and across sites. Lead technical or project management efforts for specialized projects.

• Apply theories and principles from relevant scientific or technical disciplines to independently solve a variety of moderately complex problems and deliver effective solutions.

• All employees with jobs that require access to the Warehouse must be able to pass the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Security Threat Assessment (STA).

• Ensures the integration of environmental health, safety, and security into the business processes, systems, and programs while reporting safety and environmental incidents including injuries, illnesses, and safety suggestions within one's functional area. Fosters a positive safety culture in which no one gets hurt.

Supplementary Responsibilities:

• Act as designee in cross-site and/or interdepartmental meetings

• Facilitate team meetings as required

• Attends department and corporate meetings

• Attends seminars and/or classes to enhance technical or professional skills

Who you are

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Chemistry or other relevant discipline

• 5-6 years of related experience

Relocation benefits are not available for this posting

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $66,200 -$122,900 annual. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Benefits

Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.

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