Quality Control Technician

DNA Genotek, a part of the OraSure family of companies, develops products that optimize ease of collection and provide superior samples. DNA provides proven performance for those requiring high-quality biological samples for nucleic acid testing. Our ability to positively affect change is powered by the innovative tools, services and diagnostics we deliver to the market.

Together with its wholly owned subsidiaries, DNA Genotek, Diversigen, and Novosanis, the OraSure family of companies provides its customers with end-to-end solutions that encompass tools, services and diagnostics. Our teams play a role in empowering people to discover healthier lives by creating effortless tests, collection kits, and services.

**Overview**

DNA Genotek products are marketed worldwide and support thousands of customers as they achieve breakthroughs in genomic and microbiome research, in diagnostics laboratories, in the pharmaceutical industry, in companion animal genomics and in personalized medicine.

**Please note, this is a temporary contract position which will be filled through our staffing agency partner. Applicants will be contacted by the staffing agency partner as part of our hiring process.
Quality Control Technician personnel perform procedures that include evaluation of raw materials, in-process components, finished products, equipment quality control, and equipment maintenance in compliance with guidelines established by Orasure Technologies and regulatory agencies. The Quality Technician is responsible for the inspection of bulk chemistry solutions.

**Snapshot of Responsibilities**:

- Perform all procedures accurately and according to written Work Instructions and SOPs as indicated in the Quality Control procedures and other applicable facility procedures.
- Maintains a clean, organized work area and keeps supplies stocked at the bench.
- Assist in the training of QC laboratory employees in new methods and procedures.
- Develop and maintain systems to track trends in product and component quality
- Perform verification and calibration of certain measurement equipment.
- Support process validations per procedures.
- Responsible for performing incoming inspection of labeling, finished product, raw materials including chemicals, etc.
- Responsible for performing final inspection of internal production output.
- Responsible for performing final inspection and testing of Chemical Production output.
- Perform source inspection at Contract Manufacturers’ sites.
- Develop and maintain inspection related procedures.
- Perform customer complaint investigations including required testing, evaluations and batch history reviews when requested.
- Perform failure investigations including investigative testing.
- Communicate with Contract Manufacturers and other suppliers on incoming lot acceptance results.
- Performs other job duties and special assignments and projects as put forth by the Senior Quality Control Manager/designee
- Order inventory and supply items as needed.

**What You Bring**:

- Diploma in chemistry or biological science or equivalent combination of relevant job experience and training.
- Education or certification in Quality Auditing, Quality Engineering or Quality Management an asset.
- Minimum 3 years in a chemical laboratory environment.
- Minimum 3 years in quality control or quality assurance role.
- Meticulous attention to detail.
- Strong laboratory and time management skills.
- Experience analyzing technical data and preparing technical reports.
- Knowledge of quality management systems such as ISO9001, ISO13485 or cGMP.
- Experience with quality tools to solve problems.
- Demonstrated resourcefulness and ability to work with a diverse set of tasks and responsibilities.
- Proficiency in MS Office Applications.

What we have to offer:

- Highly competitive Health, Dental and Vision Coverage for you, your spouse and your dependents
- Disability and Life Insurance Benefits
- RRSP plan with company-matching contributions
- Generous paid time-off, including vacation days, sick days, additional company wide paid days offand personal days
- Maternity Leave and Parental Leave Coverage
- Adoption benefit for parents adopting a child
- Employee Referral Program
- you may be eligible for a cash bonus if your referrals are hired
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Service Recognition
- Annual Fitness Reimbursement
- Job-related Training Programs
- Ability to participate in Teams, Committees, Events and Clubs
- Depending on the role you may be eligible to work in a hybrid environment or fully remotely
- Free Onsite Parking

Please note, the above applies to full-time permanent positions.

**Culture, People & Community**

The OraSure family of companies recognizes that the long-term health of our business is directly connected to the health of the planet, local communities and OraSure employees. As such, we have committees designed to address this, including:

- LIVE IT Committee - committed to creat