Operational Quality Visual Inspection Lead

Kelly; Prairie Rose (ND); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement savings plan

Holiday pay and paid holidays

Transit spending account

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking an Operational Quality Visual Inspection Lead to perform 100% manual visual inspection of filled and sealed drug product vials in a controlled environment. Utilizing standardized lighting and approved inspection techniques, you will evaluate each vial for particulate matter and defects.

Thorough documentation of results follows Good Documentation Practices. Training is provided; pharma experience not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in life sciences preferred.
• Ability to read and understand written procedures and follow step-by-step instructions.
• Ability to maintain clear, accurate records in English.
• Basic math skills for counts, reconciliation, and simple calculations.
• Must be able to work either first or second shift as assigned.
• Must meet visual requirements including 20/20 near vision and color discrimination.
• Ability to handle small glass vials safely and perform fine manual work.

Responsibilities

• Execute manual visual inspection of drug product vials using a controlled booth and standardized methods.
• Identify and remove nonconforming units; elevate uncertain conditions per defined procedures.
• Accurately document inspection results in compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Follow all written procedures, and uphold compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Work efficiently during repetitive, detail-oriented tasks while maintaining focus and accuracy.

Skills

Attention to detail

Documentation

Reliability/attendance

Reading procedures

English literacy

Fine motor skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences preferred

Job description

Job Title: Operational Quality Visual Inspection Lead
Company: Kelly Services
Location: Onsite – Prairie Rose, ND 58104
Assignment Length: 6 months
Hours: Full-time; must be flexible to work either day or second shift

Shift Times

• First Shift: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
• Second Shift: 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM All times Central Time

Position Overview

Kelly Services is seeking dedicated and detail-oriented individuals for the role of Operational Quality Visual Inspection Lead. In this role, you will perform 100% manual visual inspection of filled and sealed drug product vials in a controlled environment. Utilizing standardized lighting and approved inspection techniques, you will be responsible for evaluating each vial for visible particulate matter, as well as container, closure, fill, and cosmetic defects. Nonconforming units will be removed, escalations made for uncertain conditions, and thorough documentation of inspection results is required as part of Good Documentation Practices. This is a structured, full-time inspection position. Comprehensive training and qualification will be provided; no previous pharmaceutical or visual inspection experience required.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute manual visual inspection of drug product vials using a controlled booth and standardized methods
• Identify and remove nonconforming units; elevate uncertain conditions per defined procedures
• Accurately document inspection results in compliance with company and regulatory standards
• Follow all written procedures, and uphold compliance with safety and quality standards
• Work efficiently during repetitive, detail-oriented tasks while maintaining focus and accuracy

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in life sciences preferred
• Ability to read and understand written procedures and follow step-by-step instructions
• Demonstrated ability to maintain clear, accurate records in English
• Basic math skills for counts, reconciliation, and simple calculations
• Capacity for sustained attention and consistency during repetitive tasks
• Reliable attendance and availability to work either first or second shift as assigned
• Good documentation practices and attention to detail
• Must meet visual requirements, including 20/20 near visual acuity (with or without corrective lenses) and ability to distinguish colors as verified by eye exam
• Ability to handle small glass vials safely and perform fine manual work

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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