Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician Jobs
Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician jobs are open across pharmaceutical, food and beverage, medical device, and chemical manufacturing industries, covering specializations in analytical testing, compliance documentation, and process validation, from entry-level bench technician to senior QA lead. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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AON LabHiring Range:
$16.00 - $30.21Job Description Summary:
Assists Technologists in performing a variety of tasks which require a high level of responsibility and sound judgment.
Demonstrates working knowledge of all facets of role, relevant regulations, and organizational and departmental policies and procedures. Performs other duties and projects as assigned. Performs all duties in accordance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies and procedures.
Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Assists medical technologists in keeping the laboratory organized.
- Performs assigned administrative and clerical duties associated with the daily operations of the lab.
- Responsible for maintaining staff schedules, records and logs, including but not limited to, Quality Control and temperature logs for lab equipment.
- File and label slides. Keep specimens and files in order and up to date.
- May perform routine laboratory procedures related to preparing samples for analysis.
- Administration of quality assurance (QA) functions including coordination, monitoring, and documentation of quality assurance processes for manager review.
- Carries out specimen discrepancy and rejection processes.
- Processes all send-outs (packaging, shipping, documentation) for outside testing.
- Responsible for maintaining certain instrumentation with appropriate documentation.
- Distribution of specimen collection materials to IR facilities, providing customer support for filling orders, shipping, and tracking of all supplies distributed. (Flow and Histology)
- Assists with inventory, purchasing and receiving for assigned areas.
- Performs electronic file maintenance.
- Assists with document control processes relating to updates to SOP, forms, TOC, as well as safety information manuals (SDS).
- Processes electrophoresis results for billing and archiving; uploads abnormal results into Onco EMR. (Flow Only)
- Data entry and transcription of gross descriptions and CBC results into ApvX (Histology Only)
- Basic reagent preparation.
- Creates and/or provides lab paperwork and QA materials for new/relocated Company Offices.
- Assists with training of Company clinic staff for auditing and inspection preparation. (central lab)
- Review invoices and resolve discrepancies for approval/submission to Accounts Payable.
- Interact with all co-workers, physicians, patients and others in a positive manner to illustrate the Company as helpful and encouraging to both internal and external customers.
- Performs other duties and projects as assigned.
Job Qualifications and Requirements
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience:
- 1-2 years’ experience in medical and/or laboratory setting with an understanding of medical terminology required.
- 1-2 years’ experience with insurance authorization and benefit investigation required. Students seeking Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or related field desirable.
- Candidate must demonstrate dependability, flexibility, and adaptability in all aspects of laboratory responsibilities and scheduling hours and have a general understanding of insurance billing if applicable.
- Clinical laboratory setting is preferred, but not required
Core Capabilities:
- Analysis & Critical Thinking: Critical thinking skills including solid problem solving, analysis, decision-making, planning, time management and organizational skills. Must be detailed oriented with the ability to exercise independent judgment.
- Interpersonal Effectiveness: Developed interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, diplomacy, tact, conflict management, delegation skills, and diversity awareness. Ability to work effectively with sensitive and confidential material and sometimes emotionally charged matters.
- Communication Skills: Good command of the English language. Second language is an asset but not required. Effective communication skills (oral, written, presentation), is an active listener, and effectively provides balanced feedback.
- Customer Service & Organizational Awareness: Strong customer focus. Ability to build an engaging culture of quality, performance effectiveness and operational excellence through best practices, strong business and political acumen, collaboration and partnerships, as well as a positive employee, physician and community relations.
- Self-Management: Effectively manages own time, conflicting priorities, self, stress, and professional development. Self-motivated and self-starter with ability work independently with limited supervision. Ability to work remotely effectively as required.
- Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-site environment with demonstrated ability to juggle competing priorities and demands from a variety of stakeholders and sites.
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Computer Skills:
- Proficiency in MS Office Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook required.
Travel : <25%
Standard Core Workdays/Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 8:00 AM-4:30 PM.
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Location:
AON LabHiring Range:
$16.00 - $30.21Job Description Summary:
Assists Technologists in performing a variety of tasks which require a high level of responsibility and sound judgment.
Demonstrates working knowledge of all facets of role, relevant regulations, and organizational and departmental policies and procedures. Performs other duties and projects as assigned. Performs all duties in accordance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies and procedures.
Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Assists medical technologists in keeping the laboratory organized.
- Performs assigned administrative and clerical duties associated with the daily operations of the lab.
- Responsible for maintaining staff schedules, records and logs, including but not limited to, Quality Control and temperature logs for lab equipment.
- File and label slides. Keep specimens and files in order and up to date.
- May perform routine laboratory procedures related to preparing samples for analysis.
- Administration of quality assurance (QA) functions including coordination, monitoring, and documentation of quality assurance processes for manager review.
- Carries out specimen discrepancy and rejection processes.
- Processes all send-outs (packaging, shipping, documentation) for outside testing.
- Responsible for maintaining certain instrumentation with appropriate documentation.
- Distribution of specimen collection materials to IR facilities, providing customer support for filling orders, shipping, and tracking of all supplies distributed. (Flow and Histology)
- Assists with inventory, purchasing and receiving for assigned areas.
- Performs electronic file maintenance.
- Assists with document control processes relating to updates to SOP, forms, TOC, as well as safety information manuals (SDS).
- Processes electrophoresis results for billing and archiving; uploads abnormal results into Onco EMR. (Flow Only)
- Data entry and transcription of gross descriptions and CBC results into ApvX (Histology Only)
- Basic reagent preparation.
- Creates and/or provides lab paperwork and QA materials for new/relocated Company Offices.
- Assists with training of Company clinic staff for auditing and inspection preparation. (central lab)
- Review invoices and resolve discrepancies for approval/submission to Accounts Payable.
- Interact with all co-workers, physicians, patients and others in a positive manner to illustrate the Company as helpful and encouraging to both internal and external customers.
- Performs other duties and projects as assigned.
Job Qualifications and Requirements
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience:
- 1-2 years’ experience in medical and/or laboratory setting with an understanding of medical terminology required.
- 1-2 years’ experience with insurance authorization and benefit investigation required. Students seeking Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or related field desirable.
- Candidate must demonstrate dependability, flexibility, and adaptability in all aspects of laboratory responsibilities and scheduling hours and have a general understanding of insurance billing if applicable.
- Clinical laboratory setting is preferred, but not required
Core Capabilities:
- Analysis & Critical Thinking: Critical thinking skills including solid problem solving, analysis, decision-making, planning, time management and organizational skills. Must be detailed oriented with the ability to exercise independent judgment.
- Interpersonal Effectiveness: Developed interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, diplomacy, tact, conflict management, delegation skills, and diversity awareness. Ability to work effectively with sensitive and confidential material and sometimes emotionally charged matters.
- Communication Skills: Good command of the English language. Second language is an asset but not required. Effective communication skills (oral, written, presentation), is an active listener, and effectively provides balanced feedback.
- Customer Service & Organizational Awareness: Strong customer focus. Ability to build an engaging culture of quality, performance effectiveness and operational excellence through best practices, strong business and political acumen, collaboration and partnerships, as well as a positive employee, physician and community relations.
- Self-Management: Effectively manages own time, conflicting priorities, self, stress, and professional development. Self-motivated and self-starter with ability work independently with limited supervision. Ability to work remotely effectively as required.
- Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-site environment with demonstrated ability to juggle competing priorities and demands from a variety of stakeholders and sites.
-
Computer Skills:
- Proficiency in MS Office Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook required.
Travel : <25%
Standard Core Workdays/Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 8:00 AM-4:30 PM.
#AONC
#LI-ONSITE
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality assurance laboratory technician jobs.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or a related science field
- Hands-on experience with HPLC, GC, or other analytical laboratory instruments
- Knowledge of GMP, GLP, or ISO quality standards and documentation practices
- Proficiency in writing and reviewing standard operating procedures and test reports
- Experience maintaining laboratory notebooks and batch records in compliance with FDA or ISO requirements
- Familiarity with nonconformance reporting, CAPA processes, and deviation investigation procedures
Tips for Your Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician Job Search
Tailor your resume to specific SOPs
List the standard operating procedures you've written or followed by name, not just the category. Hiring managers in regulated industries want to see that you understand GMP, GLP, or ISO documentation at the procedural level, not just as buzzwords.
List every instrument you've operated
Create a dedicated skills section naming specific instruments: HPLC, GC, titrators, spectrophotometers, and balances. Many QA lab job postings filter by exact equipment, and a vague 'analytical instrumentation' line won't pass that screen.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists quality assurance laboratory technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by regulatory framework
Filter your search by industry to match your compliance background. FDA-regulated pharma roles expect 21 CFR Part 11 familiarity, while food manufacturing roles prioritize HACCP and FSMA knowledge. Applying in your regulatory lane gets you past the first screen faster.
Prepare for a practical skills assessment
Many QA lab interviews include a bench test or a written scenario asking you to identify a deviation in a sample result. Practice walking through your investigation logic out loud, from result review to root cause to corrective action, so you don't freeze on the spot.
Negotiate your shift differential upfront
Lab QA roles in 24/7 manufacturing facilities often run second or third shift. If the posting doesn't specify, ask in the final interview stage before you receive an offer, so shift premiums are factored into your decision before you have a number in hand.
Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most quality assurance laboratory technicians?
The companies hiring the most quality assurance laboratory technicians right now include Astrion, Abbott, and Atago, with the largest share of openings in Florida, Texas, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Pharmaceutical manufacturers, contract research organizations, and food and beverage producers consistently account for the highest volume of postings.
How many quality assurance laboratory technician jobs are remote?
About 13% of quality assurance laboratory technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most bench and testing roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include documentation review, quality systems auditing, and regulatory affairs support functions that don't require physical sample handling.
How do you become a quality assurance laboratory technician?
Start by earning an associate or bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, microbiology, or a closely related science. Build hands-on instrument experience through coursework, internships, or entry-level lab assistant roles. Familiarize yourself with GMP and GLP documentation standards, since most employers in regulated industries require this from day one. Certifications from ASQ, such as the Certified Quality Technician credential, can strengthen your application for more competitive openings.
Can you get a quality assurance laboratory technician job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level quality assurance laboratory technician roles exist specifically for candidates with limited professional experience. Employers in pharmaceutical and food manufacturing regularly hire graduates who can demonstrate lab technique from coursework or internships. Highlighting any exposure to documentation, sample preparation, or instrument operation, even from academic labs, closes the experience gap. Some companies also post QA lab assistant titles as a direct entry point before promoting internally.
What does the quality assurance laboratory technician interview process look like?
Most hiring processes start with a phone or video screen focused on your lab background and familiarity with quality standards. A technical interview or practical assessment follows, where you may be asked to walk through an out-of-specification investigation or describe how you'd document a deviation. Final rounds typically involve meeting the lab supervisor and sometimes a brief tour of the facility, where you may be evaluated on your awareness of safety and contamination control practices.
Where can I find and apply to quality assurance laboratory technician jobs?
You can find and apply to quality assurance laboratory technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your instrument background, industry experience, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits. New postings are added regularly, so checking back frequently gives you access to openings as soon as they go live.
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