Quality Control Specialist

CAI is looking for individuals with arangeof experiencein the areas of commissioning, qualification, and validation to join ourteam in Australia.Experience in the pharmaceutical, medical deviceor biotechnologyindustries is required.

About CAI:

CAI is a 100% employee-owned company established in 1996, that has grown year over year to more than 800 people worldwide. We provide commissioning, qualification, validation, start-up, project management and consulting services related to operational readiness to FDA regulated and other mission critical industries.

Are You Ready?

Our approach is simple; we put the client’s interests first, we do not stop until it is right, and we will do whatever it takes to get there.

As owners of CAI, we are committed to living our Foundational Principles, both professionally and personally:

We act with integrity

We serve each other

We serve society

We work for our future

With employee ownership, one person’s success is everyone’s success; we work diligently to accomplish team goals. We place Team Before Self, demonstrate Respect for Others, and possess a can-do attitude. That is how we have grown exponentially.

CAI agents (employees) will be exposed to cutting edge technologies in the advanced medicine space. You will have an opportunity to work with recognized subject matter experts allowing YOU to be a key player in bringing lifesaving therapies to market, including COVID19 Vaccines and therapies. As part of our company culture, we invest in YOUR future, and commit to hands on certifications as well as professional training. Our collaborative culture ensures that our customers benefit from exemplary work across our entire range of professional services.

About the Role

We are seeking a hands-on, experienced Quality Control (QC) Specialist to support our rapidly evolving laboratory operations. This is a pivotal role for someone who is passionate about quality, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is ready to hit the ground running as we establish in-house QC capabilities.

As we set up our lab infrastructure and transition analytical methods internally, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the reliability and consistency of our testing practices. You’ll collaborate cross-functionally and work closely with technical, operations, and QA teams to build our QC capabilities from the ground up.

Work Location: Sydney, Australia

Employment Type: 6 months

Start Date: Immediate

Requirements include:

1. Lab Setup & Method Transfer

· Assist with the setup and operationalisation of the new QC laboratory.

· Lead or support the transfer, validation, and qualification of analytical methods for internal use.

· Implement robust procedures for method documentation and compliance.

· Perform quality testing of incoming raw materials to ensure conformance with specifications.

· Conduct in-process quality assessments to support manufacturing and scale-up activities.

· Troubleshoot and refine QC workflows to ensure data integrity and efficiency.

3. Finished Product Testing

· Execute and document final product testing to support batch release.

· Investigate any out-of-specification results or quality deviations in coordination with QA.

4. Documentation & Compliance

· Maintain high standards of GMP documentation and record-keeping.

· Support the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), forms, and test records.

· Assist with audits, internal inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Position Requirements:

· Prior hands-on experience in a Quality Control role within a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or related laboratory environment.

· Strong knowledge of laboratory instrumentation and analytical techniques relevant to raw material and finished product testing.

· Experience with method transfers and laboratory setup is highly desirable.

· Understanding of GMP/GLP and regulatory expectations related to QC.

· Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and problem-solving skills.

· Ability to work autonomously and adapt to a fast-moving, start-up style environment.

Why Join Us?

· Opportunity to make a tangible impact by shaping our internal QC capability from day one.

· Dynamic and collaborative team culture.

· Exposure to diverse projects and cutting-edge product development.

· Flexibility and autonomy in your working style.

(Varies by Country, Below is a General Overview)

- Comprehensive Health Insurance coverage aligned with local region regulations
- Paid Time Off
- ESOP/401K – 15% Company Contribution (US Only)
- 15% Company Pension Contribution (Europe and APAC Regions)
- Company Paid Life Assurance
- Company Paid Income Protection/Long-Term Disability
- Career/Professional Development Opportunities
- Additional benefits/leave entitlements based on local regional requirements.

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