Incoming Inspector, QA

Jubilant Pharma Limited; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

FSA/HSA

Life Insurance

AD&D

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Jubilant HollisterStier LLC in Spokane, WA is seeking a QA Incoming Inspector to join the inspection team responsible for receipt, sampling, and final disposition recommendations for incoming materials. This role interacts with vendors, clients and auditors and supports QA documentation and SOP updates.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma, 3+ years in pharma, and FDA-regulated industry experience, with SAP/Master Control proficiency. On-site, Monday–Friday, with competitive wages.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years related experience.
• Pharmaceutical Experience.
• FDA Regulated Industry Experience.
• SAP/Master Control.

Responsibilities

• Handle, inspect, sample and recommend disposition of all incoming raw material components used to process or will become part of the final product.
• Handle, inspect, sample and recommend disposition of all materials utilized in the laboratory areas such as testing reagents, chemicals, and standards.
• Inspect, and recommend disposition of all returned goods for Customer Service and carry out that final disposition.
• Assist in writing and/or revising Standard Operating Procedures and Material Specifications for QA Incoming Inspection area and in the maintenance and control of other records associated with the inspection of incoming materials.
• Use glassware, which includes backfilling of trays during random sampling, qualification of vial test sets, and utilizing the PDA Technical Report 43 for classification of glass defects.
• Represent the Incoming Inspection area during vendor and client audits/tours of facility and interact with auditors.
• Other duties as assigned by the department supervisor.

Education

Associates of Science -Forklift Certified

Tools

SAP

Master Control

Job description

Join a Leader in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing — And Build What’s Next

As Spokane’s Largest Manufacturing Company, Jubilant HollisterStier LLC is a well-established force in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries, providing a complete range of manufacturing services that support lifechanging medicines around the world.

We are nationally recognized for our expertise in producing sterile injectable vials and lyophilized products, and our Allergy business is a global leader in allergenic extracts that support treatments for allergies and asthma. Jubilant HollisterStier is proudly part of the global, Jubilant Pharma family. established force in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries, providing a complete range of manufacturing services that support lifechanging medicines around the world.

For the Builders, Innovators, and Doers — This Is Your Place

If you are someone who thrives on solving complex problems, improving systems, and building real solutions, you’ll feel at home here. At Jubilant HollisterStier, your ideas matter — and your impact is felt globally.

Why builders choose us:

• Immediate impact: Your work directly supports essential medicines and allergenic therapies used worldwide.
• Benefits start on day one: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Life, AD&D, and Disability benefits begin immediately because your well-being shouldn’t have a waiting period.
• A career you can grow: We provide opportunities for growth, promotion, and annual raises, with midpoint compensation reserved for high performance and longevity.
• A culture of improvement: We value people who thrive on continuous improvement, innovation, and hands on contribution.
• A stable industry leader: Backed by Jubilant Pharma, we pair long term stability with forward looking innovation.

If you want to build something meaningful with a team that values your drive, skills, and ideas — you belong here.

Job Description:

The QA Incoming Inspector is part of an inspection team responsible for the receipt, sampling, and distribution of samples, inspection, and recommendation of final disposition of components. The Inspector must exercise judgement and make recommendations regarding product acceptance. This position involves interaction with various levels of internal staff as well as contact with vendors, contract clients and various auditors.

• Handle, inspect, sample and recommend disposition of all incoming raw material components used to process or will become part of the final product.
• Handle, inspect, sample and recommend disposition of all materials utilized in the laboratory areas such as testing reagents, chemicals, and standards.
• Inspect, and recommend disposition of all returned goods for Customer Service and carry out that final disposition.
• Assist in writing and/or revising Standard Operating Procedures and Material Specifications for QA Incoming Inspection area and in the maintenance and control of other records associated with the inspection of incoming materials.
• Use glassware, which includes backfilling of trays during random sampling, qualification of vial test sets, and utilizing the PDA Technical Report 43 for classification of glass defects.
• Represent the Incoming Inspection area during vendor and client audits/tours of facility and interact with auditors.
• Other duties as assigned by the department supervisor.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years related experience.
• Pharmaceutical Experience.
• FDA Regulated Industry Experience.
• SAP/Master Control.

Travel

Preferred:

• Associates of Science -Forklift Certified.
• General understanding of sampling practices in an ISO8 environment, to include the cleaning and use of a HEPA Filtered Sampling Booth, perform Nitrogen overlays, operate dedicated glove boxes, and the use of Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR).
• Possess Quality Assurance knowledge and experience (ex ANSI/ASQ Z1.4) and be able to apply pharmaceutical industry guidance to the day-to-day job.
• Have a complete understanding of and be able to use ANSI Standards to determine inspection sampling levels.
• 5 or more years of related experience

Working Environment:

• Vision at 14/14 Corrected Near-Point/Pass Color Deficiency Test
• Ability to lift 40 pounds unassisted
• Push/pull 40 pounds unassisted
• Repetitive activity
• Prolonged sitting and standing
• Twisting
• Exposure to Allergens

Location: Spokane, WA — On Site, Full- -Time

Shift: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Compensation & Benefits That Start on Day One — Because Your Well Being Matters

Hiring Wage: $28.81 – $33.89 hourly , with opportunities for growth, promotion, and annual raises.

At Jubilant HollisterStier, we don’t believe in waiting periods. From the moment you join us, you and your family have access to a full suite of benefits designed to support your health, stability, and long-term success.

Starting on your first day, you receive:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Jubilant HollisterStier is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Our Promise: Caring, Sharing, Growing

We are committed to enhancing value for customers and stakeholders by delivering innovative and economically efficient solutions, always with care for the environment and society.