Quality Control Technician

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Job Summary: We are seeking a Laboratory Technician to join Fresenius Medical Care in La Roca, Barcelona, to perform physicochemical and microbiological analyses, quality control, and method validation in the production of liquid concentrates for hemodialysis. Key Highlights: 1. World leader in kidney care with a mission to improve patients' lives. 2. Key role in the production of hemodialysis concentrates. 3. Opportunities for professional development and purpose-driven growth. **Quality Control Technician / Laboratory Technician** La Roca Del Vallès \- Barcelona At Fresenius Medical Care, we are the world leader in kidney care, committed to improving the lives of patients with chronic kidney disease. Our mission is to deliver innovative, high-quality products, services, and care across the entire healthcare continuum. Guided by our vision—"Creating a future worth living. For patients. Worldwide. Every day."—we work with purpose and compassion, supported by a global team of more than 110\.000 employees. Within our Care Enablement segment, we develop and provide life-sustaining medical devices, digital health solutions, and therapies that empower clinical teams and improve patient outcomes. Our FME Reignite strategy drives transformation through innovation, efficiency, and sustainable growth. Our values guide how we work: * We Care for our patients, each other, and our communities * We Connect across teams and borders to deliver excellence together * We Commit to doing things the right way— growing with purpose and leading kidney care with integrity and innovation At our La Roca plant in Spain, we specialize in producing high-quality acidic liquid concentrates used in hemodialysis (HD) therapy. With a team of approximately 30 employees, our facility is equipped with advanced technology tailored to the precise requirements of liquid concentrate manufacturing for HD. La Roca plays a key role in supporting Fresenius Medical Care’s mission to improve the quality of life for dialysis patients worldwide. By maintaining the highest standards in product quality and safety, we make a significant contribution to global healthcare. Join our passionate team and be part of this global impact! As a **Quality Control Technician / Laboratory Technician**, your role focuses on carrying out the tasks outlined in this job description following established procedures and reporting any observed deviations or irregularities to the Quality Control Manager—or, in their absence, to your immediate supervisor. Laboratory Support for Quality Control Your responsibilities: * Support the Quality Control laboratory * Preparation of materials, reagents, and culture media * Sampling and physicochemical and microbiological analysis (primarily water and hemodialysis solutions) * Quality control during the production process and of the final product * Interpretation of analytical results and preparation of reports * Analytical method validation and equipment calibration * Sample, reagent, and laboratory stock management * Data and result entry into systems (including SAP) * Collaboration in audits, stability studies, and resolution of non-conformities * Equipment maintenance and compliance with quality procedures * Support for continuous laboratory improvement and training of new colleagues * Collaboration in other departmental functions and tasks assigned by your direct manager as needed to ensure service continuity Your profile: * High school diploma or vocational training (medium-level cycle), complemented by professional experience, will be valued * University degree or bachelor's degree will be valued * Prior experience as a Senior Laboratory Technician will be valued * Experience in a similar position for 2\-3 years will be valued * Analytical ability, collaboration, and empathy with other departments, as well as teamwork skills. Behavior aligned with FME’s values. * Knowledge of analytical techniques will be valued * Familiarity with applicable legislation for your department will be valued * Teamwork skills, strong communication, decision-making ability, autonomy, and sound judgment Our offer to you: At Fresenius Medical Care, you can discover much—regardless of your field of expertise or level of experience—all dedicated to your professional journey. * Whether in front of or behind the camera, you are helping make increasingly better medicine available to more and more people worldwide * Individual opportunities for self-determined professional planning and career development * A corporate culture offering ample space for innovative thinking: to find the best solution—not the fastest—together * A large number of committed individuals with a broad range of skills, talents, and experience * The benefits of a successful global corporation combined with the collegial culture of a mid-sized company * We offer an initial fixed-term contract of 6 months, with the possibility of transitioning to a long-term permanent contract based on your performance and progression in the role. * Working hours: 2:00 PM \- 10:00 PM (afternoon shift), Monday to Friday * Meal card * Location: La Roca Del Vallès \- Barcelona * Start date: Immediate ### ***"In accordance with Organic Law 3/2007, of March 22, FME has set as its objective the effective promotion of the principle of equality between women and men, preventing any type of gender-based labor discrimination and thereby guaranteeing equal opportunities for employment. Likewise, we promote diversity, rejecting any form of discrimination based on race, sex, functional diversity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other personal or social condition, and we are committed to building an inclusive and enriching environment"***