Quality Control Technician

at  OraSure Technologies

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.
It’s first-to-market, innovative products include rapid tests for the detection of antibodies to HIV and Hepatitis C (HCV) on the OraQuick® platform; sample self-collection and stabilization products for molecular applications; and oral fluid laboratory tests for detecting various drugs of abuse.

• 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.