Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific

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QA Operations Quality Specialist I

Posted Oct 16, 2026

Role at a glance

Job function
Manufacturing & Skilled Trades Quality Assurance & Quality Control
Salary
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Location
Plainville, Massachusetts, United States
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time
Experience
Bachelor's Degree required, with 1 year of experience required, preferably in a GMP manufacturing environment
Education
Bachelor's Degree required
Visa support
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future, without sponsorship.

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Role Summary

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The Quality Specialist I provides quality oversight across manufacturing operations, supporting GMP compliance and quality processes.

What You'll Do

  • Review documentation and monitor processes.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Help maintain GMP compliance.
  • Investigate quality events.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives.

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Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and 1 year of experience required; GMP manufacturing experience preferred. Requires thorough knowledge of FDA, EMA, and international GMP regulations; experience reviewing and approving GMP documentation, batch records, and quality records; knowledge of quality management systems and tools such as CAPA and change control; quality investigations and root cause analysis; environmental monitoring and contamination control; documentation and technical writing; quality systems software and Microsoft Office; analytical, problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills; ability to work independently and across functions; flexibility to work various shifts, gown, and work in controlled manufacturing environments; ability to stand, walk, and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds; English fluency required.

Preferred

  • Preferred fields of study: Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, Life Sciences, or related scientific field.
  • Additional relevant certifications (e.g. ISO auditor, Six Sigma) are advantageous.
  • Additional language skills beneficial.

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Work Schedule

Flex 12 hr shift/days

Environmental Conditions

Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

DESCRIPTION:
Join our high-performing team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where you'll ensure quality compliance across manufacturing operations while advancing our mission to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. As a Quality Specialist I, you'll provide essential quality oversight through detailed documentation review, process monitoring, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. You'll help maintain GMP compliance, investigate quality events, and drive continuous improvement initiatives while working in a collaborative environment focused on delivering life-changing products to our customers.

REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor's Degree required, with 1 year of experience required, preferably in a GMP manufacturing environment
• Preferred Fields of Study: Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, Life Sciences, or related scientific field
• Additional relevant certifications (e.g. ISO auditor, Six Sigma) are advantageous
• Thorough knowledge of FDA, EMA, and international GMP regulations
• Proven ability to review and approve GMP documentation, batch records, and quality records
• Strong understanding of quality management systems and tools (e.g. CAPA, change control)
• Excellent documentation and technical writing skills
• Proficiency with quality systems software and Microsoft Office applications
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across functions
• Experience conducting quality investigations and root cause analysis
• Knowledge of environmental monitoring and contamination control principles
• Flexibility to work various shifts as needed to support manufacturing operations
• Ability to gown and work in controlled manufacturing environments when required
• Physical capability to stand, walk, and lift up to 25 pounds occasionally
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills
• Commitment to maintaining a quality-focused culture and driving continuous improvement
• Fluency in English required; additional language skills beneficial


Benefits

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and

innovation!

Other

Relocation assistance is not provided.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future, without sponsorship.

Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening.

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Massachusetts is $26.39–$39.59.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

  • A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

  • Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

  • At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

  • Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

  • Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards

Thermo Fisher Scientific

About the company

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Large Enterprise

Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in serving science, providing a wide range of analytical instruments, reagents, and software solutions for healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and life sciences research. With a commitment to innovation and quality, the company enables customers to make significant advancements in scientific discovery and healthcare diagnostics. Thermo Fisher operates in more than 50 countries and employs over 80,000 people, fostering a collaborative environment aimed at enhancing global health and safety. Through its broad portfolio of brands and technologies, the company plays a vital role in accelerating life-changing research and improving patient outcomes worldwide.