QA Packaging Line Inspector

Germer International - Pharmaceutical Recruiting; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Germer International - Pharmaceutical Recruiting is seeking a Quality Assurance Packaging Line Inspector to ensure product quality on the packaging line, approve line clearance, and document activities in accordance with procedures.

The role requires a science/technical degree and 3+ years of pharma packaging QA experience, with strong knowledge of cGMP, SAP and TrackWise, plus proficiency in MS Office; on-site in Allentown, PA area.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a science or technical degree.
• 3+ years of QA/packaging experience in pharma.
• Knowledge of cGMP, industry standards and SAP/TrackWise.

Responsibilities

• Ensure overall product quality on the packaging line.
• Approve line clearance and document activities per procedures.
• Maintain batch records and related documentation.
• Perform in-process inspections and retain/ customer samples.
• Labeling and disposition of finished goods materials.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Verbal & Written Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Science/Technical degree

Tools

SAP

TrackWise

MS Office

Job description

Quality Assurance Packaging Line Inspector

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall product quality on the packaging line, approval of line clearance and documenting all activities on the packaging line in accordance with procedures
• Issuance of Master batch records, generation of Bill of Materials (BOMs) for packaging and assurance that all material/components used in the packaging run are in accordance with the appropriate BOM
• Maintain, complete, review and control packaging batch records to assure appropriate completion and handling of records
• Performance and accurate documentation of in process inspections and retain/ customer samples
• Maintains appropriate control and labeling of finished goods materials leaving the packaging area (status of Finished Goods as Released, quarantined, etc.)
• Assures appropriate usage, disposition and destruction of unused Packaging components, including cartons, labels and inserts
• Performs special projects and assignments as indicated by Quality Management
• Assist in maintenance and revision of procedures related to Quality Assurance activities on the packaging line
• To communicate any issues affecting the packaging line during line clearance, line setup and during inspections
• To provide oversight and assistance to the packaging team with any quality issues
• To communicate any issues affecting manufacturing and packaging, safety concerns, personnel concerns to the appropriate managers and work with them to resolve any issues
• To be an active Quality Assurance team member and work with the department on resolving all issues related to product quality support overtime as needed

Key Competencies (knowledge, skills, and abilities every person must possess to be successful)

• Critical Thinking — using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
• Excellent customer service skills and professional demeanor at all times to interface effectively with all internal and external customers
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Creative and able to present various solutions
• Energetic, enthusiastic and motivational disposition
• Maintain confidentiality
• Coaching skills

Education/Experience

• Minimum of 2 years degree in science or technical field
• 3+ years of experience
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical cGMP, industry standards, and regulations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact across functions, departments, and seniority levels
• Knowledge of and ability to use Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word, as well as other web-based systems including SAP and TrackWise
• Ability to explain problems, solutions and make recommendations
• Ability to handle various urgent requests in a professional manner
• Attention to details and organizational skills when handling all activities related to batch records