Technician, Quality Control - Day Shift

Production Associate Roles: Must have visual acuity of 20/20 (corrected or uncorrected) and normal color vision to safely perform critical tasks such as visual inspection of materials, equipment, and labeling, including distinguishing color-coded components in a GMP environment.

Must be able to meet cleanroom gowning requirements, including wearing full gowning (face coverings, gloves, hoods, goggles) for extended periods, as needed. Use of cosmetics (makeup, painted nails), jewelry, or facial piercings is not permitted in the cleanroom, and any skin conditions that cause shedding must be disclosed.

Must be able to work at either Orca Bio Sacramento location (3400 Business Dr. or 7910 Metro Air Pkwy) based on operational needs.

Must be comfortable regularly participating in video-based meetings.

May be required to work scheduled overtime, weekends, or holidays based on business needs.

Perform a range of basic to moderately complex analytical tests following cGMP guidelines

Test routine and non-routine samples; document results with accuracy and compliance

Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot lab equipment to ensure functionality

Prepare reagents and aliquot samples, including aseptic techniques when needed

Monitor and maintain inventory of lab supplies

Support assay transfers, validations, and equipment qualifications

Aliquot samples as required, including aseptic aliquoting

Actively participate in group and project teamwork; project and process improvements

Work cross-functionally with Manufacturing, QC, and QA to resolve issues and implement corrective actions

Follow all cGMP documentation and procedural standards

Perform additional duties as assigned to support the Quality team

A.S. or B.S. in a relevant scientific discipline (biology, microbiology, etc.) required

High attention to detail and a commitment to data integrity

Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, regulated setting

Flexible and responsive to changing priorities and team needs

Preferred: Experience with analytical assays (e.g., flow cytometry, ELISA, PCR)

Preferred: Familiarity with aseptic technique in a GMP or biotech setting