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MCS Associate Quality Control (Thousand Oaks)

Collabera, Thousand Oaks, CA, United States


Job Title:

MCS Associate Quality Control
Location:

Thousand Oaks, CA (Onsite)
Duration:

12 Months
Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (flexibility required; potential weekend shift in future)

Job Summary:
This is a unique opportunity to join the Quality Control team at a leading biopharmaceutical company in Thousand Oaks.
In this role, you will support both manufacturing and QC operations by analyzing environmental monitoring samples and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
You’ll work collaboratively in a lab environment and contribute to maintaining high-quality laboratory operations.

Key Responsibilities:
Analyze environmental monitoring samples and document results using LIMS and/or SmartLab (LMES)
Ensure compliance with EHSS, cGMP, and regulatory guidelines
Maintain accurate and complete documentation in line with data integrity standards
Perform routine QC lab support tasks (cleaning, organizing, media checks, documentation archiving)
Conduct microbiological testing, including pipetting, water testing, and agar plate analysis
Work in controlled environments such as laminar flow hoods using aseptic techniques
Troubleshoot issues, investigate out-of-specification results, and implement corrective actions
Support internal and external audits (lab preparation, data retrieval, etc.)
Perform preventive maintenance checks on laboratory equipment
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of tasks
Contribute to continuous lab improvements for efficiency and productivity

Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Life Sciences, or related field
1+ year of relevant laboratory experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Hands-on experience with microbiology lab techniques and bench work

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in GxP-regulated environments (GMP, GLP, etc.)
Familiarity with LIMS, SmartLab (LMES), or similar QC systems
Knowledge of data integrity and documentation practices
Experience with aseptic techniques and environmental monitoring
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Ability to work collaboratively across teams

Top Skills:
Analytical & Instrumentation Proficiency
Regulatory & Compliance Expertise (GxP)
Data Integrity & Documentation Discipline
Physical & Working Conditions
Ability to perform repetitive lab tasks (handling agar plates, pipetting, etc.)
Lift/push/pull up to 15 lbs
Work in a lab environment using PPE (lab coat, gloves, safety glasses, etc.)

Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual [salary/hourly rate] for this position is between

$25.00 - 29.00 per hour . Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits:
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
[medical insurance], [dental insurance], [vision insurance], [401(k) retirement plan], [life insurance], [long-term disability insurance], [short-term disability insurance],
[paid parking/public transportation], [Paid time off], [Days/hours of paid sick and safe time], [Days/hours of paid vacation time], [Weeks of paid parental leave], [Paid holidays annually], [any additional benefits applicable].