Quality Control Technician 1st Shift

Job Title: Quality Control Technician 1st ShiftJob DescriptionThe Quality Control Technician 1st Shift works in a cleanroom environment to inspect all incoming and final products, ensuring they meet stringent quality standards and regulatory requirements. This role manages equipment calibration, supports manufacturing testing, and maintains accurate documentation to uphold a robust quality system.Responsibilities

• Inspect all received materials and final products within the cleanroom to ensure they meet established specifications and quality standards.
• Manage the equipment calibration and maintenance program, including maintaining an accurate inventory and status of all measuring devices.
• Provide support for all aspects of testing related to manufacturing, including first article inspections, in-process release inspections, and final quality control release of finished goods.
• Review and verify documentation associated with inspections, testing, and product release to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Ensure all inspections, procedures, and test activities are properly completed, documented, and compliant with internal procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Support environmental monitoring of cleanrooms, including tracking bioburden results and contributing to solutions for microbial failures.
• Review quality assessment results and determine whether to accept or reject manufactured products during the inspection process.
• Participate in investigations related to source materials for products and components, helping to identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Complete customer surveys and questionnaires related to quality, products, and processes in a timely and accurate manner.
• Apply good documentation practices and maintain organized records for inspections, deviations, non-conformances, and out-of-specification (OOS) findings.
• Use precision measurement tools such as calipers and micrometers to perform accurate dimensional inspections, including first article and in-process checks.
• Interpret blueprints and apply GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) principles to verify product conformance.
• Support root cause analysis (RCA) for deviations, non-conformances, and quality issues, contributing to corrective and preventive actions.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, quality assurance, and external vendors or contractors, to resolve quality-related issues.
• Maintain high attention to detail in labeling, document control, and quality documentation to ensure traceability and compliance.
• Support and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements and quality system procedures during all inspection and documentation activities.

Essential Skills

• Bachelors degree in a technical or scientific discipline, or a High School Diploma with 13 years of experience in quality assurance.
• Understanding of global pharmaceutical product regulations, including experience with ISO 9001 and/or ISO 13485:2003 and 21 CFR Parts 210 and 211 and/or Part 820.
• Experience working within a quality system environment, including corrective actions, change control, quality audits, and validation of manufacturing processes or product development in a pharmaceutical or medical device setting.
• Ability to perform quality inspections in a cleanroom environment and work effectively in a fast-paced setting.
• Demonstrated experience with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and quality control or quality assurance processes.
• Proficiency in using precision measurement tools such as calipers and micrometers for quality inspection.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and apply GD&T principles for dimensional inspection and verification.
• Experience with inspection activities including first article inspections, in-process inspections, final QC release, and document review.
• Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with internal teams and external vendors or contractors.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify deviations, non-conformances, and out-of-specification (OOS) results.
• General computer skills, including the ability to enter, manage, and review electronic documentation and records.
• Good general mathematical skills to support measurement, inspection, and data review.
• Capability to work in a high-pace environment while maintaining accuracy and quality.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in pharmaceutical or medical device manufacturing environments, particularly in cleanroom operations.
• Familiarity with quality system elements such as non-conformance management, deviation handling, and document control.
• Experience with root cause analysis (RCA) and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Knowledge of labeling requirements, document control processes, and quality documentation practices.
• Experience with assembly and precision measurement in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of non-conforming product handling, OOS (out-of-specification) investigations, and related quality workflows.
• Demonstrated integrity, strong work ethic, and sound judgment in quality-related decision-making.
• Pragmatic approach with courage to uphold quality standards and regulatory compliance.
• Passion for innovation and a drive to identify and implement effective solutions to quality issues.
• Personal accountability for results and a strong commitment to integrity in all work activities.
• Eagerness to learn and continuously improve processes, skills, and quality outcomes.
• Uncompromising dedication to quality and adherence to established procedures.
• Comfort working with small measuring instruments and using computers for data entry and documentation.

Work EnvironmentThis role operates primarily in a cleanroom environment on the 1st shift, supporting a fast-paced manufacturing setting. The position involves regular use of precision measurement tools such as calipers and micrometers, as well as computers for documentation, data entry, and quality records management. Work includes performing inspections on incoming materials, in-process components, and finished products under controlled conditions that require adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and strict cleanliness standards. The technician collaborates closely with cross-functional teams, participates in environmental monitoring activities, and supports quality system processes while maintaining high attention to detail and compliance with established procedures. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Camarillo, CA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $26.00 - $26.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Camarillo, CA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Camarillo,CA.About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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