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.)