Quality Control Technician
Thompson First Group · Easton, PA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Quality
- Industry
- Industrial
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The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level quality role at Thompson First Group (industrial) in Easton, PA. Perform in-process and final product inspections to ensure quality standards are met.
- Tools it names
- FDA / GMP
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Quality Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $51k–$75k.
Median of the low and high ends of 33 live postings that list pay, out of 547 quality technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 20 other live quality postings in Pennsylvania.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ FDA / GMP 33%
- Team leadership 29%
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- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Which standards drive the work here: ISO 13485, IATF 16949, AS9100?
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Key Responsibilities
- ◆Perform in-process and final product inspections to ensure quality standards are met
- ◆Conduct routine testing and document results in accordance with SOPs and GMP guidelines
- ◆Review batch records, labeling, and packaging for accuracy and compliance
- ◆Identify and report deviations, non-conformances, and quality issues
- ◆Assist with investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement efforts
- ◆Maintain a clean and organized work area in compliance with safety and quality standards
Qualifications
- ✓Previous quality control or inspection experience in manufacturing (pharma, food, or regulated industry preferred)
- ✓Familiarity with GMP, FDA, or ISO standards is a plus
- ✓Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
- ✓Ability to follow detailed procedures and work independently or on a team
- ✓Basic computer skills for data entry and reporting
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Thompson First Group is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Control Technician to support product quality and compliance within a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for performing inspections, testing, and documentation to ensure all products meet internal standards and regulatory requirements.
Shift
- •1st Shift: 7 am to 5:30 pm, Monday through Thursday
- •2nd Shift: 5:30 pm to 4 am, Monday through Thursday