Packaging QA Associate

myhrabc; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Cencora is seeking a QA Production specialist in Columbus, OH to guide daily QA and production activities and ensure compliance. You’ll audit batch records, perform serialization tasks, and support product releases as part of a collaborative quality team.

Responsibilities include root-cause analyses, updating SOPs, and engaging in continuous improvement with cross-functional partners in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Requires English literacy for reading documents, labels, and instructions.
• Problem-solving capabilities to troubleshoot production issues.
• Strong math skills for data and quality checks.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work with teams.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with multiple tasks.
• Clear verbal and written communication.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction to QA and Production activities.
• Audit batch records for accuracy and compliance and support Product Release.
• Perform serialization tasks to support production needs.
• Verify and correct discrepancies in systems and components.
• Maintain supporting documentation and deviations as needed.
• Conduct quality in-process checks and testing.
• Create and update work instructions and SOPs.
• Escalate issues and participate in root-cause analysis.

Skills

Reading English

Problem solving

Mathematical ability

Interpersonal skills

Organization/detail oriented

Judgment and independent work

Verbal and written communication

ERP systems familiarity

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

ERP Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere.

Job Details

• Shift: Monday-Friday 3:00pm to 11:30pm
• Pay: $21/HR
• This role is in support of Cencora's distribution services in the US operating through our AmerisourceBergen business

Responsibilities

• Provides direction and guidance to daily QA and Production activities. Could include but not limited to the following activities:
• Audits production batch records throughout the packaging process for accuracy and compliance. Conducts final audit prior to submitting to Product Release.
• Performs serialization activities, including but not limited to sending print, releasing, suspending, and cloning a work order to support production needs.
• Verifies and corrects non-controlled product and packaging component discrepancies within the applicable systems.
• Ensures applicable deviations and supporting documentation is provided in the batch record.
• Performs Quality in-process checks as needed.
• Performs Specific Gravity testing and TOC analysis.
• Performs Cleaning Validation swabbing upon the request of the Stability department.
• Creates, Reviews and Updates WIs and SOPs applicable to daily activities.
• Escalates non-conformance issues during the production process to management and leads the root cause analysis of quality incidents, participates in investigation discussions, and drafts Unplanned Deviations prior to submitting it for management review.
• Actively engages in all technical training, as well as compliance and other training required as a member of the quality team. Works in partnership with supporting areas (Sampling, Label and Documentation, Production, Warehouse) to resolve issues and improve processes by participating in continuous improvement activities to increase efficiency and Team Member engagement in the production area.
• Participates on the site internal audit team representing QA Production. Adheres to all cGMP, safety regulations, and understands SOP's.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Education

Requires completion of a high school diploma, general education degree (GED).

Skills and Knowledge

• Ability to read and understand the English language for the purpose of reading documents, product labels and instructions. Must have good written skills for the purpose of accurately completing compliance documentation for production runs.
• In-depth knowledge of the function and basic problem-solving capabilities for the purpose of troubleshooting issues during production activities.
• Must possess basic mathematical skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.
• Strong organizational skills as well as detail oriented.
• Ability to use good judgement in order to carry out detailed instructions.
• Ability to work independently and handle a variety of tasks simultaneously.8. Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer literate with ERP Systems, Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and computer-based training.

Work Environment

• Physical activity requiring reaching, bending, kneeling, stooping, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions, talking and hearing.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with assistance.
• Visual requirement is for close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Team Member is frequently required to stand, walk (or otherwise be mobile). Ability to deal with stressful situations as they arise.

What Cencora offers

We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members' ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more. For details, visit https://www.virtualfairhub.com/cencora

Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in a