Quality Control Technician Jobs in North Carolina
Quality Control Technician jobs in North Carolina are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in pharmaceutical manufacturing, aerospace and defense, and food and beverage production. Charlotte, Raleigh-Durham, and Greensboro are the largest hiring centers, where employers such as Pfizer, Honeywell, and Smithfield Foods maintain significant quality control operations. The most sought-after specialties include pharmaceutical compliance inspection, aerospace parts verification, and food safety auditing. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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The Position
Welcome to Holly Springs, North Carolina— home to Roche/Genentech's largest-ever investment: a $2B greenfield start-up where next-generation technology, high-performing teams and Operational Excellence converge to create the global standard for high-volume, highly-efficient Drug Product manufacturing.
The facility's core is defined by Innovation - leveraging advanced automation, robotics, digital tools, real-time data analytics, and simple, streamlined processes to produce the highest quality medicines. This plant meets today’s demand for CVRM (Cardiovascular, Renal, and Metabolism) medicines and is scalable to grow with the portfolio, which focuses on next-generation metabolic medicines specifically targeting the global obesity epidemic and Type 2 diabetes. This is a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with a high-level of accountability, with planned launch in 2028.
Are you a problem-solver and change-agent who thrives in a Team environment, eager to tackle the most complex manufacturing challenges? If so, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to launch a state-of-the-art facility from the ground-up and shape the culture of our organization for the next generation.
Join us in Holly Springs, where you won't just build a plant—you will build the future of medicine.
The Opportunity:
The Holly Springs QC Team is seeking an individual to create and sustain a fully digital QC laboratory, key to this is simple to moderately complex sets of Master Data that support QC operations. This role will collaborate with internal and external departments (e.g. QC Operations, Database System Developers, Business Analysts, Manufacturing, Packaging, External Quality, Control System Scientists, Product Technical Leads etc.) to maintain and improve contemporary relevance of QC Master Data. This role will have a deep understanding of how QC master data is utilized and how it can be improved. As a key SME in QC IT systems the role will develop and deliver end user training for the site. The role will own deviation investigations, Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs), Change Requests, perform periodic reporting, periodic system evaluations, audit trail review and analytical equipment administration.
- You will create, update and test Master Data and end-user defined system settings to enable consistent execution, collection, transaction, storage, analysis, and reporting of QC data. Software Systems include: Labware (LIMS), Binova (LES), SAP, Mettler Toledo LabX, Waters Empower Chromatography Data System, Veeva, and ValGenesis.
- You will be the site representative on System Enhancement and User Communities of Practice Teams, communicating system changes and best practices to local system users.
- You will be accountable for end user training for supported systems.
- You will lead or participate in Quality Control Investigations using established Root Cause Analysis tools and generating data-based impact assessments within established timelines.
- You will own Corrective and Preventive Action Plans and Change Controls.
- You will author, review, and/or approve standard operating procedures, work instructions, monitoring protocols, monitoring reports, gap assessments, and risk assessments.
- You will participate in cross functional teams that ensure safety, quality, delivery, engagement and cost objectives are sustained/exceeded.
Who You Are
- You have a B.S./B.A. degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or relevant scientific discipline and a minimum of eight years of experience in a GMP setting.
- You have a proven experience building and maintaining complex static data (Specifications, Methods, Sampling Plans) in a production environment.
- You possess a working understanding of database management/relational tables, preferably with experience working with Labware (LIMS), Binova (LES), SAP, Mettler Toledo LabX, Waters Empower Chromatography Data System or similar cGMP QC systems.
- You have sound knowledge of cGMPs or equivalent Regulations.
- You must have the ability to interpret and apply quality standards to operational activities.
- You must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
Work Environment/Physical Demands/Safety Considerations
- You will be working on site in a flexible open space work environment and QC laboratories requiring gowning (lab coat, eye protection, gloves).
- You will work on/interact with analytical instruments and computerized systems/screens for long periods of time (6-8 hours).
- You may be required to lift up to 25lbs.
- You may have to work with hazardous materials and chemicals.
Compensation
- The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location for this position of Holly Springs, NC is $128,000 - $238,000. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, level, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.
Link to Benefits
There are no relocation benefits available for this position.
Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.
If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants.
JOB FACTS
- Job Sub Category: Information Technology
- Schedule: Full time
- Job Type: Regular
- Posted Date: Aug 12th 2026
- Job ID: 202608-120903
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What North Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality control technician jobs across North Carolina.
- High school diploma or associate degree in a science or technical field required
- Experience with ISO 9001 or GMP quality management standards strongly preferred
- Proficiency with precision measurement tools including calipers and micrometers expected
- Familiarity with statistical process control methods and data documentation practices
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work orders
- ASQ Certified Quality Technician (CQT) credential valued by many North Carolina employers
Quality Control Technician Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality control technician in North Carolina?
Most quality control technician positions in North Carolina require at minimum a high school diploma or GED, though an associate degree in quality technology, manufacturing technology, or a related science gives candidates a clear advantage. North Carolina does not issue a state-specific license for this role, but earning the ASQ Certified Quality Technician credential is widely recognized by employers in the state's pharmaceutical, aerospace, and food manufacturing sectors. Community colleges such as Guilford Technical and Central Piedmont offer relevant programs.
Which companies hire quality control technicians in North Carolina?
Employers hiring quality control technicians in North Carolina right now include Siemens, Genentech, and PowerSecure, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. North Carolina's concentration of pharmaceutical plants in the Research Triangle and defense contractors near Charlotte and Fayetteville means consistent year-round demand from large, established manufacturers.
Which North Carolina cities have the most quality control technician jobs?
Raleigh, Holly Springs, and Durham post the most quality control technician openings in North Carolina. Raleigh-Durham leads due to the dense cluster of pharmaceutical and biotech manufacturers in the Research Triangle, Charlotte draws demand from aerospace suppliers and food processing plants, and Greensboro reflects the Piedmont Triad's long-standing industrial manufacturing base that includes textile, automotive parts, and distribution operations.
Are there remote quality control technician jobs in North Carolina?
Yes, but they're rare. Quality control technician work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring direct inspection of materials, equipment, and production lines on-site. About 13% of quality control technician openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to focus on documentation review, supplier auditing, or quality management system administration rather than floor-level inspection.
How can I get hired as a quality control technician in North Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a production associate or manufacturing technician role at a North Carolina facility, where moving into quality inspection is a common internal transition. Large employers such as Pfizer's Research Triangle Park operations and Honeywell's Charlotte-area plants periodically hire entry-level quality associates. Completing an associate degree in quality or manufacturing technology at Guilford Technical Community College or Central Piedmont and earning a student ASQ membership strengthens an application considerably even without paid experience.
Where can I find and apply to quality control technician jobs in North Carolina?
You can find and apply to quality control technician jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state's manufacturing, pharmaceutical, aerospace, and food production sectors. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and apply directly to the ones that fit your experience and location.
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