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Quality Control Technician roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as engineering, chemistry, or materials science. Manufacturing, pharmaceutical, and medical device employers file LCAs regularly for this occupation code, making it an active H-1B sponsorship category.
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Company Overview
Since its inception over a decade ago, CRISPR Therapeutics has transformed from a research-stage company advancing programs in the field of gene editing, to a company with a diverse portfolio of product candidates across a broad range of disease areas including hemoglobinopathies, oncology, regenerative medicine, cardiovascular and rare diseases. The Nobel Prize-winning CRISPR science has revolutionized biomedical research and represents a powerful, clinically validated approach with the potential to create a new class of potentially transformative medicines. To accelerate and expand its efforts, CRISPR Therapeutics has established strategic partnerships with leading companies including Vertex Pharmaceuticals. CRISPR Therapeutics AG is headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, with its wholly-owned U.S. subsidiary, CRISPR Therapeutics, Inc., and R&D operations based in Boston, Massachusetts and San Francisco, California.
Position Summary
The QC Microbiology team is looking for an engaged, self-driven individual interested in performing microbiology testing to support production activities of the cell therapy products located in Framingham, MA. As an QC Environmental Monitoring Technician, you will support routine environmental monitoring of air, surface, and gas utilities for manufacturing of in process and final product drug lots.
Responsibilities
- Collect and process environmental monitoring samples of air, surface, personnel gowning, and gas systems samples according to established schedules or as requested.
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining a high attention to detail.
- Incubate and analyze environmental monitoring and process gas samples while ensuring activities occur in an efficient and cGMP compliant manner.
- Participate in executing method validations and/or classified areas qualifications.
- Maintain accurate sampling and testing records and adhere to cGMP/GDP expectations.
- Review data, procedures, microbiological methods, protocols, reports, deviations, and other quality records.
- Perform setup, maintenance, and cleaning of Environmental Monitoring instrumentation/ equipment, including the use of 70% Isopropyl Alcohol and Spor-Klenz.
- Assist in everyday organization of the EM laboratory including safety, cleaning, maintenance, and ordering of supplies.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate Degree/Certificate with 1-3+ years relevant GMP experience or BS in Biology or related discipline, with 0-2+ years of relevant GMP experience preferred
- Ability to walk, bend, and crouch consistently throughout the shift.
- Ability to lift sampling equipment weight up to twenty pounds.
- Ability to wear full gown for up to 50-75% of the shift, this may be for up to 6 hours.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with electronic GMP Quality Systems (ex. LIMS Labvantage and ComplianceWire)
- Experience with collecting environmental monitoring samples.
- Experience incubating and analyzing environmental monitoring samples.
Competencies
- Collaborative – Openness, One Team
- Undaunted – Fearless, Can-do attitude
- Results Orientation – Delivering progress toward our mission. Sense of urgency in solving problems.
- Entrepreneurial Spirit – Proactive. Ownership mindset.
Due to the nature of their work, our manufacturing and lab-based positions are located fully on-site.
Quality Control Technician, Microbiology: Base pay range of $33.00 per hour to $35.00 per hour + bonus, equity and benefits.
The range provided is CRISPR Therapeutics’ reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience, training, skills, and abilities.
CRISPR Therapeutics, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law.
To view our Privacy Statement, please click the following link: http://www.crisprtx.com/about-us/privacy-policy
Job Description:
Company Overview
Since its inception over a decade ago, CRISPR Therapeutics has transformed from a research-stage company advancing programs in the field of gene editing, to a company with a diverse portfolio of product candidates across a broad range of disease areas including hemoglobinopathies, oncology, regenerative medicine, cardiovascular and rare diseases. The Nobel Prize-winning CRISPR science has revolutionized biomedical research and represents a powerful, clinically validated approach with the potential to create a new class of potentially transformative medicines. To accelerate and expand its efforts, CRISPR Therapeutics has established strategic partnerships with leading companies including Vertex Pharmaceuticals. CRISPR Therapeutics AG is headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, with its wholly-owned U.S. subsidiary, CRISPR Therapeutics, Inc., and R&D operations based in Boston, Massachusetts and San Francisco, California.
Position Summary
The QC Microbiology team is looking for an engaged, self-driven individual interested in performing microbiology testing to support production activities of the cell therapy products located in Framingham, MA. As an QC Environmental Monitoring Technician, you will support routine environmental monitoring of air, surface, and gas utilities for manufacturing of in process and final product drug lots.
Responsibilities
- Collect and process environmental monitoring samples of air, surface, personnel gowning, and gas systems samples according to established schedules or as requested.
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining a high attention to detail.
- Incubate and analyze environmental monitoring and process gas samples while ensuring activities occur in an efficient and cGMP compliant manner.
- Participate in executing method validations and/or classified areas qualifications.
- Maintain accurate sampling and testing records and adhere to cGMP/GDP expectations.
- Review data, procedures, microbiological methods, protocols, reports, deviations, and other quality records.
- Perform setup, maintenance, and cleaning of Environmental Monitoring instrumentation/ equipment, including the use of 70% Isopropyl Alcohol and Spor-Klenz.
- Assist in everyday organization of the EM laboratory including safety, cleaning, maintenance, and ordering of supplies.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate Degree/Certificate with 1-3+ years relevant GMP experience or BS in Biology or related discipline, with 0-2+ years of relevant GMP experience preferred
- Ability to walk, bend, and crouch consistently throughout the shift.
- Ability to lift sampling equipment weight up to twenty pounds.
- Ability to wear full gown for up to 50-75% of the shift, this may be for up to 6 hours.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with electronic GMP Quality Systems (ex. LIMS Labvantage and ComplianceWire)
- Experience with collecting environmental monitoring samples.
- Experience incubating and analyzing environmental monitoring samples.
Competencies
- Collaborative – Openness, One Team
- Undaunted – Fearless, Can-do attitude
- Results Orientation – Delivering progress toward our mission. Sense of urgency in solving problems.
- Entrepreneurial Spirit – Proactive. Ownership mindset.
Due to the nature of their work, our manufacturing and lab-based positions are located fully on-site.
Quality Control Technician, Microbiology: Base pay range of $33.00 per hour to $35.00 per hour + bonus, equity and benefits.
The range provided is CRISPR Therapeutics’ reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience, training, skills, and abilities.
CRISPR Therapeutics, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law.
To view our Privacy Statement, please click the following link: http://www.crisprtx.com/about-us/privacy-policy
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Quality Control Technician
Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
H-1B approval hinges on your degree field matching the QC role's technical requirements. A general business or unrelated science degree may trigger an RFE. Pull the O*NET profile for Quality Control Technician to confirm the accepted degree fields before applying.
Target industries with consistent LCA filing history
Pharmaceutical manufacturers, medical device companies, and aerospace contractors file LCAs for QC roles far more consistently than general manufacturing. Use the OFLC Wage Search to filter certified LCAs by occupation code and identify which industries are actively sponsoring.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter Quality Control Technician jobs on Migrate Mate by employers with confirmed LCA filing history for this occupation. That narrows your search to companies that have already cleared the DOL process for this exact role type.
Confirm prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Your offer must meet the DOL prevailing wage for the specific wage level tied to your experience. QC Technician roles often fall at Level I or II. Check the OFLC Wage Search by SOC code and work location before you accept any offer.
Ask about cap-exempt filing pathways early
If a sponsoring employer is a nonprofit research organization or university, they may be cap-exempt, meaning your H-1B petition bypasses the annual lottery. Confirm the employer's cap status with their HR team before the offer stage, not after.
Document your specialized QC credentials for the petition
Certifications like ASQ's Certified Quality Technician or ISO auditor credentials strengthen your specialty occupation argument in the I-129 petition. Gather official transcripts and certification records before your employer initiates the USCIS filing to avoid delays.
H-1B Visa Quality Control Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Quality Control Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. If the job requires at least a bachelor's degree in engineering, chemistry, materials science, or a directly related field, it can qualify as a specialty occupation under USCIS standards. Roles framed as general inspection work without a specific degree requirement are harder to support. The employer's job description and the degree field in your educational background both factor into USCIS's determination.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Quality Control Technician positions?
Pharmaceutical manufacturers, medical device companies, aerospace contractors, and semiconductor firms file LCAs for Quality Control Technician roles with the most frequency. These industries operate under strict regulatory compliance requirements, which strengthens the specialty occupation argument. You can browse employers actively hiring in these sectors on Migrate Mate, filtered by verified H-1B LCA filing history for this occupation.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Quality Control Technician role changes significantly at my employer?
A material change in job duties, location, or wage level requires your employer to file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS before the change takes effect. If your role shifts from quality inspection to a supervisory or unrelated function, the amended petition must still satisfy specialty occupation requirements. Failing to file an amendment when required can put your status at risk.
Can my employer transfer my H-1B to a Quality Control Technician role at a different worksite?
Yes, but your employer must file a new or amended LCA certified by DOL for each new worksite location before you begin working there. The prevailing wage obligation resets based on the new location's wage level for the same SOC code. Short-term assignments under certain DOL guidelines may qualify for exceptions, but any permanent or long-term relocation requires a separate LCA.
Is the Quality Control Technician SOC code commonly used in H-1B LCA filings?
Quality Control Technician roles are typically filed under SOC code 51-9061 (Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers) or adjacent engineering technician codes, depending on how the employer classifies the position. The SOC code your employer selects determines which prevailing wage applies. You can verify which codes employers have used historically by searching the OFLC Wage Search with your job title and location.