Junior QA Technician - Batch Manufacturing Records Reviewer

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

About Thermo Fisher Scientific

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, your work builds real impact. Every day, teams help make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer—by advancing treatments, ensuring food safety, and protecting the environment. We provide the resources, training, and career growth opportunities that enable you to thrive.

Location/Division Specific Information

As part of the Microbiology Division (MBD) within the Specialty Diagnostics Group, this role supports solutions that diagnose infectious diseases and detect bacterial contamination. Our work impacts public health, clinical labs, food safety, environmental screening, and pharmaceuticals—ensuring quality and accuracy in critical industries.

How Will You Make an Impact?

As a Quality Technician, you will ensure that our products meet the highest quality and compliance standards. You will review manufacturing records, collaborate with teams, and support continuous improvement efforts in a regulated environment.

A Day in the Life

In this role, you will:

• Review Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs) for accuracy and completeness before product release.

• Ensure compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and support training programs.

• Identify and resolve documentation issues, initiate incident reports, and support root cause analysis.

• Promote best documentation practices and provide training on quality standards.

• Work with Operations, R&D, and Manufacturing Sciences to improve workflows and reduce material waste.

• Maintain documentation and ensure audit readiness by aligning records with regulatory and safety standards.

Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed within the scope of the role.

What You Need to Succeed

Education

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

Experience

• Required: Up to 1-2 years of experience in Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Control (QC), or a related field (including office administration or production environment).

• Preferred: Familiarity with a cGMP-regulated environment is a plus, though not required.

Key Skills & Abilities

• Attention to detail – Accuracy is essential when reviewing documentation.

• Strong communication skills – Ability to convey clear, detailed information in writing and speaking.

• Problem-solving mindset – Ability to identify issues, suggest solutions, and improve processes.

• Self-starter and organized – Ability to prioritise, work independently, and meet deadlines.

• Technical skills – Comfortable using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and digital quality systems.

What We Offer

• Competitive Annual Salary

• Performance-Based Bonus

• Annual Merit Pay Increase (based on performance)

• Flexible Benefits Plan

• Life Assurance & Health Support (including income protection and Employee Assistance Program)

• Pension Scheme

• Career Growth & Development Opportunities

• Employee Referral Bonus (where eligible)

Why Join Us?

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, your contributions matter. Here, you will have the opportunity to learn, grow, and innovate in an environment that values teamwork, impact, and continuous improvement. Whether you are supporting scientific advancements, improving quality processes, or ensuring compliance, your work makes a difference.

Ready to take the next step? Apply today!