Lead Quality Inspector (APU 4 1st Shift)

Nemera; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Nemera Vernon Hills is hiring a Lead Quality Inspector for the 1st shift (Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM). The role supports the Quality team by coordinating inspectors, managing schedules, reviewing records, and ensuring cgmp and safety compliance.

You will help release batches and maintain quality plans in a cleanroom environment. The position requires an Associate degree or 3+ years related experience, with leadership exposure and strong knowledge of inspection tools.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 3+ years related experience, with at least 1 year in a leadership role.
• Good working knowledge of raw materials, production processes, costs, and QC techniques.
• Knowledge of inspection tools, their use and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute objectives with Lead Quality Inspectors to maximize quality and efficiency.
• Direct and coordinate activities of Quality Inspectors in goods evaluation.
• Plan work schedules for QC inspectors to meet production goals.
• Review data and documentation for accuracy and timely processing.
• Assist in batch release and CoC/CoA creation.
• Ensure LRP and cgmp compliance and start-up requirements.

Skills

Leadership experience

Quality inspection

Reading technical documents

Planning & organizing

Lifting 35 lbs

Education

Associate degree or 3+ years related experience

Tools

Inspection tools maintenance

Microsoft Word/Excel basics

Job description

Lead Quality Inspector (APU 4 1st Shift)

• Full-time
• Employment Classification: Hourly
• Nemera Department: VH Quality Inspection
• Contract Type: Hourly
• Legal entity: Nemera Vernon Hills

With sales of €700m and 3,300 employees worldwide, Nemera is one of the leading global manufacturers of complex drug delivery systems for the pharmaceutical industry, offering to patients a broad product portfolio which includes inhalation devices, injection devices, nasal and dermal pumps and ophthalmic delivery devices. Nemera has built very long lasting, strong relationships with the leading global pharmaceutical companies globally by providing high quality development, industrialization and manufacturing services. Nemera develops and manufactures its own IP product platforms but also offers also fully custom developments and contract manufacturing.

Nemera’s manufacturing sites are located in the US, France, Germany, Brazil and Poland. The headquarters and Innovation Center for early device design and development are located in France (Lyon).

We have big ambitions at Nemera! We are growing our franchises and strengthening our capabilities.

This is a 1st Shift Position. Working hours are Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist Operational Quality Manager in coordinating and executing objectives throughout the company in cooperation with other Lead Quality Inspectors to maximize product quality and operating system efficiency/effectiveness to minimize costs.
• Direct and coordinate the activities of Quality Inspectors engaged in the evaluation of goods.
• Perform all the functional duties and responsibilities of the Quality Inspector.
• Plan and establish work schedules for the QC inspectors, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals.
• Read and analyze charts, work orders and other records and reports, in order to determine resource requirements.
• Review data and documentation for accuracy and correctness and ensure processing is performed within established time expectations.
• Analyze statistical data to determine adequacy of present standards and establish quality plans. This includes analysis of current inspection methods and sample plans.
• Assist in the oversight of nonconforming product during the production stage, managing daily material disposition.
• Responsible for batch release, CoC/ CoA creation
• Ensure all in-process and start-up requirements are met with respect to LRP and usage decision, consult with Operational Quality Manager for discrepancies.
• Responsible for the LRP closure and compliance to company cGMP.
• Prepare necessary quality and safety reports.
• Consult with management and staff to address work related issues/complaints with support of Operational Quality Manager and Quality Engineer.
• Observe work performed by Quality Inspectors to ensure staff conforms to quality system standards.
• Participate in investigations regarding customer complaints.
• Utilize problem solving techniques to reduce internal and external failures.
• Provide training as needed for the QC department.
• Executes specific responsibilities as defined within the company quality system.
• Supports and maintains all policies of the company including but not limited to applicable FDA regulatory and ISO requirements, Health and Safety Requirements and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Coach and mentor employees to ensure they maintain or exceed company and/or department performance expectations.
• Provide feedback and performance information to Quality Managers to assist in their preparation of Performance Reviews.
• Other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Associates Degree or minimum of 3 years related work experience with one of those years in a leadership role.
• Must be able to perform all quality inspector functional job responsibilities.
• Good working knowledge of raw materials, production processes, costs, and other techniques to maximize effectiveness. Knowledge of inspection tools, use, and maintenance of those tools required. Must be self-directed and demonstrate skills in planning and organizing. Able to lift up to 35 lbs. Ability to sit, stand, walk 80% of shift required.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts.
• General knowledge of PC applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Database software.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Works in a clean room manufacturing environment that may include moderate noise levels and required appropriate cleanroom apparel.
• Ability to travel between office and production departments as well as company buildings required.

PAY RANGE:

$20.00 USD - $30.00 USD Hourly (This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.)

SHIFT SCHEDULE:

This is a 1st Shift Position. Working hours are Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Nemera is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class indication. This company is required by federal law to hire only persons who can establish they are eligible to work in the United States.