Quality Assurance/Labeling Associate

MIKART LLC; Hills Park (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mikart LLC in Georgia seeks a Quality Assurance / Labeling Associate to support packaging operations by conducting in-process sampling, testing, and clearance inspections, ensuring accuracy and GMP compliance.

You will review batch documents, maintain clean work areas, and properly handle reject materials and retained labeling items, including transfers to Released Labeling and ERP entries. Shift: 7:00am–3:30pm, Monday–Friday.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or qualification in a technical discipline.
• 1 year relatable experience preferred.
• Level III and IV associates will have demonstrated competence in both the manufacturing and packaging areas.
• Must be able to work 1st shift hours (7:00am-3:30pm Monday-Friday)

Responsibilities

• Conduct and document QA activities related to packaging according to GDP.
• Maintain clean and safe work and storage areas.
• Perform in-process sampling and testing on packaged products or label receipt, inspection, and counting of incoming labeling materials.
• Perform clearance inspections of areas, equipment and materials.
• Perform reconciliations and yield calculations.
• Review assigned batch documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Complete logbooks, production records, and other official documentation.
• Assure reject material and retains are properly stored each day.
• Properly handle reject and retain samples.
• Assure QA and Operations personnel are complying with GMPs and Mikart procedures.
• Secure the placement of received, quarantined labeling materials into inspection inventory.
• Perform calibrations of counting equipment, as required.
• Count labeling materials and make appropriate entries on count sheets.
• Inspect labeling materials for conformance to approved specifications.
• Prepare released labeling materials for transfer to Released Labeling, including removal from inspection inventory in the ERP system and recording information on transfer documents.
• Prepare rejected labeling materials for destruction and complete required documentation.
• Investigate and resolve any inventory discrepancies.
• Maintain and order supplies for quarantine labeling area.
• Maintain all receipt/release documentation for each lot of labeling materials.
• Assist in packaging component sampling and testing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Mathematical skills

Independent worker

English mastery

Bilingual English/Spanish a plus

Education

High School diploma or technical qualification

1 year relatable experience

Level III/IV manufacturing/packaging

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Description

Job Purpose

The Quality Assurance /Labeling Associate in the Packaging area is responsible for gathering and testing in-process samples, performing clearance inspections and handling rejected material.

Requirements

Essential Job Functions

• Conduct and document, according to GDP, QA activities related to packaging activities, including clearance inspections of areas, materials, and equipment.
• Maintain clean and safe work and storage areas.
• Perform in-process sampling and testing on packaged products OR Label receipt, inspection, and counting of incoming labeling materials in a timely and efficient manner.
• Perform clearance inspections of areas, equipment and materials.
• Perform reconciliations and yield calculations.
• Review assigned batch documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Complete logbooks, production records, and other official documentation.
• Assure reject material and retains are properly stored each day.
• Properly handle reject and retain samples.
• Assure that Quality and Operations personnel are complying with GMPs and Mikart procedures.
• Secure the placement of received, quarantined labeling materials into inspection inventory.
• Perform calibrations of counting equipment, as required.
• Count labeling materials and make appropriate entries on count sheets.
• Inspect labeling materials for conformance to approved specifications.
• Prepare released labeling materials for transfer to Released Labeling, including their removal from inspection inventory in the Company ERP system and recording appropriate information on transfer documents.
• Prepare rejected labeling materials for destruction and complete required documentation, as necessary.
• Investigate and appropriately resolve any inventory discrepancies.
• Maintain and order supplies required for effective functioning of the quarantine labeling area.
• Maintain all receipt/release documentation for each lot of labeling materials in accordance with Company retention policies.
• Assist in packaging component sampling and testing.

Key Characteristics

• Strong attention to detail and concern for standards are essential.
• Experience with computers and basic typing skills are required.
• Strong mathematical skills are essential.
• Mastery of the English language is required, bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
• The individual selected for this role must be independent and detail-oriented.

Education and Qualifications

• High School diploma or qualification in a technical discipline
• 1 year relatable experience is preferred.
• Level III and IV associates will have demonstrated competence in both the manufacturing and packaging areas.
• Must be able to work 1st shift hours (7:00am-3:30pm Monday-Friday)

Physical Demands

• Ability to function in a rapidly changing environment and balance multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Sitting or standing for long periods and repetitive hand motions.
• Some lifting required.
• The ability to gown and work successfully in a clean room environment.
• The ability to wear a respirator if required.