Quality Control Lab Technician

Bring more to life.

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At Cytiva, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. 

You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

Working at Cytiva means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies.

At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us – working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. Take your next step to an altogether life-changing career.

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The QC Lab Technician is responsible for conducting routine and non-routine analysis of raw materials, in-process, and finished goods, creating and maintaining databases to ensure consistent quality metrics and maintaining the QA laboratory.

This position reports to the Sr. Manager, Laboratory Value Stream and is part of the Quality Department located in Pensacola, FL and will be an on-site role.

What You Will Do

• Perform analytical and laboratory testing using techniques such as Karl Fischer titration, Buchi IPA extraction, Gas Chromatography (GC), HPLC, Ion Chromatography (IC), FTIR, sample preparation, and data analysis in accordance with approved procedures and quality requirements. Analyze and trend laboratory data using Microsoft Excel and communicate results through clear technical documentation and reports.
• Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory instrumentation to ensure accurate and reliable results while documenting and reviewing data in compliance with GMP, GLP, GDP, ISO, and applicable regulatory standards. Investigate laboratory deviations and out-of-specification (OOS) results, support CAPA activities, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support method validation, verification, and transfer activities, including protocol execution, data collection, statistical analysis, and technical reporting.

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a related scientific discipline with 3+ years of laboratory experience- preferably, in a regulated environment (e.g., pharmaceutical, medical device, manufacturing, food, environmental, or quality testing).
• Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation, wet chemistry techniques, laboratory testing, and troubleshooting instruments. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word. Passionate about improving human health and committed to learning, innovation, and continuous improvement, including the effective use of digital and AI-enabled tools.

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements

• Ability to travel up to 10%.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift, move, or carry equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.

It Would Be a Plus If You Also Possess

• Working knowledge of cGMP, GLP, GDP, ISO 17025, ISO 9001, ISO 13485, or similar quality management systems.
• Experience writing and revising or auditing Quality Management System (QMS) documentation.
• Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement training or certification.

Cytiva, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

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