QA Technician I - QA Finishing

Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits starting day 1

Paid volunteerism starting day 1

PTO 13 days/year

Wellness time off

Paid holidays

Salary discussed during interview

Job summary

Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing (GRAM) in Grand Rapids seeks a Quality Assurance Technician to perform AQL inspections after visual inspection and packaging steps, and to conduct retention reviews and document assessments.

The role requires attention to accuracy, the ability to work with manufacturing to prioritize inspections, and familiarity with GMP documentation. Full-time on-site position with medical benefits and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to complete tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
• Passing of post-offer vision screening.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Perform the incoming component and finishing operation AQL inspections (visual inspection, product labeling and/or packaging).
• Communicate effectively with manufacturing to prioritize AQL inspections.
• Uphold procedures and processes for AQL.
• Perform monthly logbook reviews.
• Perform routine current Good Manufacturing Practice reviews on documentation (inventory cards, logbooks etc.).
• Sample finished product for retention and perform monthly retention inspection.
• Provide input into supplier quality investigation reports, corrective actions/preventative actions, customer complaints, and deviation investigations from the visual inspection aspect.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Visual Inspection

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Description

Agility, Impact, Methodology. Do you exhibit these values and wish to be around others that do too? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where agility, adaptability, and high standards go hand in hand? Are you driven to make a meaningful impact, whether through your work, your support of others, or your commitment to your community? Are you motivated by a disciplined, science-based approach that ensures consistent excellence, safety, and integrity in everything you do? If these statements resonate with you, Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing (GRAM) welcomes you to apply to join our community of dedicated individuals improving lives every day!

Overview of this Position:

The Quality Assurance Technician performs all Acceptable Quality Limit (AQL) inspections after the visual inspection and packaging processing steps. The Quality Assurance Technician also performs periodic retention inspections and routine document reviews.

Non-Negotiable Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to complete tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
• Passing of post-offer vision screening.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Preferred Requirements:

• Previous visual inspection or quality assurance experience.
• Knowledge of quality assurance principles and procedures in a pharma, biopharma, and/or biotech manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

• Perform the incoming component and finishing operation AQL inspections (visual inspection, product labeling and/or packaging).
• Communicate effectively with manufacturing to prioritize AQL inspections.
• Uphold procedures and processes for AQL.
• Perform monthly logbook reviews.
• Perform routine current Good Manufacturing Practice reviews on documentation (inventory cards, logbooks etc.).
• Sample finished product for retention and perform monthly retention inspection.
• Provide input into supplier quality investigation reports, corrective actions/preventative actions, customer complaints, and deviation investigations from the visual inspection aspect.

Full job description available during formal interview process

What Sets GRAM Apart from Other Employers:

MEDICAL BENEFITS starting day 1: Blue Cross Blue Shield medical and dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits are available to you and your family on your first day of work, with the company paying for 75% of the cost! Once eligible for the 401(k) program, all your contributions are immediately 100% vested, and you are immediately vested in GRAM contributions as well. We also offer generous off-shift premiums!

Paid VOLUNTEERISM starting day 1: GRAM encourages giving back to our community by offering 16 hours of paid volunteer time per calendar year!

PTO: Full-time employees accrue up to 13 days of time off per calendar year. You choose how to use this time for your vacation, sick, or mental health needs!

WELLNESS TIME OFF: Employees earn 1 hour of time off for every 30 hours worked to use how you choose.

PAID HOLIDAYS: We offer 10 paid holidays per calendar year with immediate eligibility!

PAY: Depends on Experience and is discussed during the interview process.