QA Inspector I - 3rd Shift

Merck & Co.; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co. is seeking a QA Manufacturing Inspector for its Fall River, MA facility. The role involves monitoring product quality throughout the manufacturing process, ensuring compliance with specifications and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Applicants should possess a high school diploma, with vocational training preferred, and have at least three years of experience in a GMP environment. The position requires a detail-oriented individual with strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience in quality assurance in a GMP pharmaceutical environment.
• Experience in Metered Dose Inhalers (MDI) preferred.
• Must have strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process testing as per manufacturing batch record instructions.
• Conduct checks prior to each manufacturing stage.
• Inspect in-process and finished products and document results.

Skills

cGMP knowledge

Attention to detail

Interpersonal relationship skills

Organization skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Vocational training in pharmaceutical manufacturing

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Title: QA Manufacturing Inspector - On-the-floor Inspector

FLSA Classification: Full-Time, Non-Exempt/Hourly Professional

Work Location: Fall River, MA

Work Hours: Third Shift: 11:00PM - 07:30AM (May vary based on business needs)

Reports To: Quality Assurance Manager

Salary Range: $21 - $26

PURPOSE

The purpose of the QA Manufacturing Inspector position is to monitor and ensure product quality is maintained throughout all phases of the manufacturing process in compliance with established specifications and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Quality Assurance (QA) Inspector position is an individual contributor role and a member of the InvaGen Pharmaceuticals Plant Quality Team. The position reports to the Manager of QA and may be matrixed to other functional leaders within the Quality or other departments. The essential and typically expected job duties for this position include but are not limited to the following:

• Perform in-process testing (e.g., weight, thickness, hardness, disintegration, friability, etc.) as per manufacturing batch record instructions.
• Conduct room and equipment checks (where applicable) prior to each stage of manufacturing by following detailed written procedures.
• Execute acceptable quality limit (AQL) sampling and inspections as required.
• Inspect in-process and finished product samples (where applicable) for the Quality Control (QC) Lab and follow detailed documentation procedures to deliver the results to the QC Lab.
• Maintain records of standard weights and perform daily verification of balances.
• Ensure the proper isolation of rejected material generated during batch process and accountability in the batch record.
• Monitor facility and product environmental operating conditions.
• Review of engineering records such as temperature and humidity data calibration and PM records, Pest control records and contractor related functions.
• Assess online batch records in terms of completeness of signatures, entries, and actual reconciliation / yields prior to initiation of next processing step.
• Verify the functionality of all the equipment and associated controls during the batch run.
• Perform applicable testing and prepare reports for customer complaints.
• Identify and report any non-conformances and/or discrepancies to management if applicable.
• Complete other duties or participate in project work as assigned by management.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum high school diploma.
• Advanced vocational training or education in pharmaceutical manufacturing, industrial management or related field of study from an accredited college/university is preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years' experience in quality assurance in a GMP pharmaceutical manufacturing operation and work environment.
• Experience in MDI preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Proficient user of personal computer hardware and software applications such as Microsoft Office tools, SAP, and other business applications.
• Must be able to influence decision-making and facilitate completion of work toward the achievement of the business plan and goals.
• Effective interpersonal relationship skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
• Proficiency in the English language to include usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Must have current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) knowledge.
• Must have strong attention-to-detail.
• Must be a self-starter and demonstrate initiative with seeking additional training or direction as needed.
• Must have strong organization and communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation).
• Must be detail-oriented with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks with strict deadlines.

EEO Statement

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