Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific

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Junior QC Technician (Inspection & Sampling) - [2 positions available]

Posted Sep 3, 2026

Role at a glance

Salary
Not Disclosed
Location
Swindon, United Kingdom
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time
Experience
Entry Level Experience working within a GMP environment, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry Knowledge & understanding of cGMP Ability to meet vision test requirement (with or without glasses)  Ability to differentiate between colours Good understanding of Microsoft and Windows applications Good organizational, time management skills and attention to detail Ability to follow written instructions consistently Experience working under tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy Proficient in basic mathematics and literacy Effective communication skills at all internal and external levels
Education
High School Diploma, Secondary Education, Advanced Certificate, or equivalent.

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Role Summary

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The Junior QC Technician supports the Quality Control team at the Swindon manufacturing site. The role verifies visual inspection of sterile products and carries out raw-material sampling and associated QC activities under GMP and ALCOA+ documentation practices.

What You'll Do

  • Independently verify the visual inspection process for sterile products.
  • Perform daily QC sampling of raw materials and apply environmental monitoring plates.
  • Complete GMP documentation, use SAP, and maintain training records.
  • Clean equipment and the sampling booth, maintain area cleanliness, and maintain and verify equipment.
  • Follow emergency procedures and safe systems of work, report accidents and near misses, and contribute to process improvements and team...

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Qualifications

Experience working within a GMP environment; knowledge and understanding of cGMP; ability to meet the vision test requirement (with or without glasses) and differentiate between colours; understanding of Microsoft and Windows applications; organizational, time management, attention to detail, written-instruction, deadline, accuracy, basic mathematics, literacy, and communication skills.

Preferred

  • Pharmaceutical industry experience is preferred.

Original job description

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Work Schedule

Other

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Laboratory Setting, No contact lens allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift, Warehouse, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

Shift Pattern: 24/7 - 2 shifts on, 2 days off, 3 shifts on, 2 days off, 2 shifts on, 3 days off, etc.. Shifts will rotate between Day shift, 6.45am to 7pm, and Night shifts 6.45pm to 7am.

When you’re part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do challenging work, and be part of a team that values performance, quality and innovation. As part of a successful, growing global organization you will be encouraged to perform at your best! With revenues of $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world!

Location/Division Specific Information:

Thermo Fisher’s Swindon facility specializes in integrated sterile liquid and lyophilized product development and commercial manufacturing, including high potency products and LVP. The Swindon facility offers extensive development and commercial capabilities for sterile dosage forms, including liquid vials, commercial fill finish lines, primary and secondary packaging vials.

Position Summary:

This role will provide support for the Quality Control team at Swindon site manufacturing facilities and support functions. You will assist the team by completing independent verification of the visual inspection of sterile products (note that this requires successful completion of company vision test), sampling of raw materials, and completing the associated documentation in accordance with cGMP and ALCOA+ principles.

Responsibilities:

  • Independent verification of visual inspection process

  • Pass company eyesight test

  • Completing documents in a GMP manner

  • Ensure all training is completed on time

  • Understand emergency procedures and follow safe systems of work

  • Ensure compliance with environment, health and safety and security policies and procedures, rules, signage and instructions at all times

  • Ensure timely reporting and investigation of all accidents, near misses and breaches of rules

  • Perform daily QC sampling of raw materials and maintain area cleanliness

  • Accurately complete documentation and use SAP (training provided)

  • Clean equipment and sampling booth per SOPs

  • Apply environmental monitoring plates

  • Maintain and verify equipment; update training records and support team training

  • Contribute to process improvements and support the wider QC Chemistry team

  • Communicate clearly with colleagues

Requirements:

Education:

  • High School Diploma, Secondary Education, Advanced Certificate, or equivalent.

What Experience / Qualifications are we looking for?

  • Experience working within a GMP environment, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry

  • Knowledge & understanding of cGMP

  • Ability to meet vision test requirement (with or without glasses) 

  • Ability to differentiate between colours

  • Good understanding of Microsoft and Windows applications

  • Good organizational, time management skills and attention to detail

  • Ability to follow written instructions consistently

  • Experience working under tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy

  • Proficient in basic mathematics and literacy

  • Effective communication skills at all internal and external levels

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 120,000 extraordinary minds has a unique story to tell. Join us and contribute to our singular mission—enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.

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.