Electrolyte QA Inspector - 3rd Shift

PL Developments Careers; Piedmont (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision coverage

401K with employer match

Group Life Insurance

Flex Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Corporate Discount Program

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

PL Developments, a leading manufacturer and distributor of OTC pharmaceutical products, seeks an Electrolyte QA Inspector for on-site, full-time employment in Piedmont, SC. The role focuses on ensuring product quality from bottling through packaging, with emphasis on content accuracy, labeling, batch numbers, and expiry dates, aligned to customer specs and food safety standards.

Candidates should have QA experience, strong English communication skills (Spanish a plus), understanding of cGMP and

Qualifications

• Experiences in QA roles preferred.
• Proficient oral and written English; Spanish a plus.
• Basic knowledge of cGMP procedures.
• Basic understanding of food safety.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting.
• Basic math skills for QA tasks.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to work overtime when required.
• Basic computer skills (data entry, records).

Responsibilities

• Inspect initial product on bottling for content, labels, batch numbers, expiry, and packaging specs.
• Verify components during compounding for food safety adherence.
• Report discrepancies to Line Leader, Supervisor, or QA Director.
• Perform in-process QA checks, documentation, GMP compliance.
• Review production logs following Good Documentation Practices.
• Verify line clearances and proper documentation.
• Perform daily scale verification.
• Inspect and verify production kits before use (components, labels, containers).
• Foster quality culture and continuous improvement; uphold regulatory standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

QA experience

Communication skills

Spanish language

cGMP knowledge

Food safety knowledge

Fast-paced environment

Math proficiency

Independent work

Overtime availability

Computer skills

Job description

513 Old Griffin Road
Piedmont, SC 29673, USA

• On-site
• Full-Time

Description

PL Developments, also known as PLD, is a leading manufacturer, packager, and distributor of over-the-counter (OTC) pharmaceutical products and consumer healthcare goods.

SUMMARY:

The Electrolyte QA Inspector ensures that all products meet established quality standards by inspecting items as they are produced and released from the production line. This role requires attention to detail, knowledge of cGMP, and the ability to report discrepancies, ensuring that products conform to customer specifications and food safety.

Work Schedule: Sunday - Thursday 10pm-6:30am

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience in Quality Assurance preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English; fluency in Spanish is a plus
• Basic knowledge and understanding of cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices)
• Basic food safety knowledge, training provided as required
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Basic math proficiency
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Able to work overtime when required
• Basic computer skills

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspect the initial product as it is bottled, checking for accuracy in content, volume, bottle size, label verification, batch number, expiration date, and compliance with packaging specifications per customer purchase order
• Inspect/Verify/Check the initial product as it is being compounded, checking the accuracy of components and specifications required to comply with the proper food safety standards
• Report any errors or discrepancies to the Line Leader, Supervisor, Director of Quality, and/or General Manager
• Perform quality assurance in process checks during production runs. This includes inspection, testing, and documentation, in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory guidelines
• Review production logs in accordance with Good Documentation Practices
• Perform the verification of Line Clearances and review the proper documentation
• Perform daily scale verification
• Assist in Process Validation as requiredPerform the review and verification of the production kits (compounding and packaging) before being used, including sub-assembly components, labels, bottles, caps, master labels, master shippers, seals, lids, raw materials, etc
• Drive a culture of quality and continuous improvement while fostering collaboration, accountability, and excellence in adherence to regulatory requirements and industry best practices
• Other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Standing and walking for extended periods
• Occasional lifting and overhead lifting
• Reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, and climbing
• Proper use of a step stool or ladder for inspection purposes
• Comfortable working in environments with strong chemical odors and confined spaces
• Comfortable working in environments with higher temperatures (compounding suites)
  

BENEFITS:

PLD is a proud equal opportunity employer offering many corporate benefits, including:

• Medical and Dental Benefits
• Vision
• 401K with employer match
• Group Life Insurance
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Assistance
• Corporate Discount Program
• Opportunities to Flourish Within the Company

PL Developments is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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