Entry Level Quality Control Technician Jobs
New grad quality control technician jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where hands-on internship work or a demonstrated eye for defect detection can outweigh a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Manufacturing, Consulting & Professional Services, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, with employers like Sanmina, Cardinal Health, and QIMA hiring at this level now.
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Contract – Potential to last up to 6 Months, to start
Location: Thousand Oaks, CA
Pay Rate: $30-43/hour
Job Summary
As a QC Analytical Scientist, you will support various Quality Control activities within the AQC department. Key responsibilities are to transfer and execute analytical methods, including raw materials, for use in a cGMP environment in Quality control, both analytical quality control methods (AQC) and Quality Control Microbiology methods (QCM).
Job Responsibilities
- Drive analytical method validation/ transfer of laboratory methodologies
- Support the execution and issue resolution (e.g., discrepancies) and completion approval of test plans/protocols
- Support troubleshooting of analytical methods
- Ensure laboratory equipment is maintained in a validated state and that all analytical methods transferred follow company and regulatory requirements
- Responsible for protocol and report generation and other technical documents as required. This may include supporting raw material qualification for new products
- Use sound scientific principles and statistical techniques to solve problems and make recommendations
- May support the installation, operational qualification (IOQ), maintenance and troubleshooting of instrumentation in the AQC group
- Responsible for deliverables to ensure timelines and milestones are met
- Other duties as assigned
Education & Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Pharmacy, Chemistry, or equivalent
- Minimum of 1 year of analytical development or validation experience in a pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment
- Experience reviewing and approving Life Cycle Validation Documents using paperless validation software
- Proven experience with Commissioning, Installation, Operational, and Performance Qualification (IOQ/PQ) protocols and reports for equipment, facilities, utilities, and computer systems (including SCADA and MES)
- Background in QC/Micro laboratory instrument qualification and analytical method validation
- Intermediate statistical knowledge and data analysis capabilities
- Substantial understanding of regulatory standards (cGMP, QSR, USP, 21CFR, ICH, etc.)
Preferred:
- Experience with the KNEAT Program
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
Contract – Potential to last up to 6 Months, to start
Location: Thousand Oaks, CA
Pay Rate: $30-43/hour
Job Summary
As a QC Analytical Scientist, you will support various Quality Control activities within the AQC department. Key responsibilities are to transfer and execute analytical methods, including raw materials, for use in a cGMP environment in Quality control, both analytical quality control methods (AQC) and Quality Control Microbiology methods (QCM).
Job Responsibilities
- Drive analytical method validation/ transfer of laboratory methodologies
- Support the execution and issue resolution (e.g., discrepancies) and completion approval of test plans/protocols
- Support troubleshooting of analytical methods
- Ensure laboratory equipment is maintained in a validated state and that all analytical methods transferred follow company and regulatory requirements
- Responsible for protocol and report generation and other technical documents as required. This may include supporting raw material qualification for new products
- Use sound scientific principles and statistical techniques to solve problems and make recommendations
- May support the installation, operational qualification (IOQ), maintenance and troubleshooting of instrumentation in the AQC group
- Responsible for deliverables to ensure timelines and milestones are met
- Other duties as assigned
Education & Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Pharmacy, Chemistry, or equivalent
- Minimum of 1 year of analytical development or validation experience in a pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment
- Experience reviewing and approving Life Cycle Validation Documents using paperless validation software
- Proven experience with Commissioning, Installation, Operational, and Performance Qualification (IOQ/PQ) protocols and reports for equipment, facilities, utilities, and computer systems (including SCADA and MES)
- Background in QC/Micro laboratory instrument qualification and analytical method validation
- Intermediate statistical knowledge and data analysis capabilities
- Substantial understanding of regulatory standards (cGMP, QSR, USP, 21CFR, ICH, etc.)
Preferred:
- Experience with the KNEAT Program
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
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Entry Level Quality Control Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level quality control technician job?
Employers hiring at this level look for familiarity with inspection tools, basic measurement techniques, and attention to detail over a polished resume. Coursework in manufacturing, industrial technology, or a related field gives you a head start, and any internship, lab work, or hands-on class project you can describe concretely will strengthen your application. Certifications like ASQ's Certified Quality Inspector are a recognized differentiator for new candidates.
Which companies hire entry level quality control technicians?
Companies hiring entry level quality control technicians right now include Sanmina, Cardinal Health, and QIMA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a broad mix of manufacturers, defense contractors, medical device producers, and food and beverage processors actively building out their inspection teams.
Are there remote entry level quality control technician jobs?
Yes, though most quality control technician roles involve hands-on inspection work that requires an on-site presence. About 6% of entry level quality control technician openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and these tend to be in documentation review, data entry for quality systems, or supplier audit coordination rather than direct product inspection.
Are these new grad quality control technician jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior quality control technician roles alongside other entry level openings. A new grad-friendly posting typically welcomes candidates with zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or class projects as qualifying experience, and does not require industry-specific certifications before hire. Look for language like "will train" or "no prior experience required" as strong signals.
Which industries hire the most entry level quality control technicians?
Entry Level quality control technician roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Consulting & Professional Services, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because consistent product quality and regulatory compliance create ongoing demand for inspection and testing staff at every experience level.