Quality Assurance Technician

PowerToFly; Leonia (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Healthcare coverage

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

Nestlé Health Science in the United States seeks a Quality Assurance Technician to ensure products are produced per cGMP and product specs, acting as the quality expert on the production floor. The role focuses on improving first-pass quality and compliance, with guidance to operations on GDPs and documentation for timely release.

Shift: 2nd; Schedule: 2pm-10:30pm; Orientation week includes 6am-2:30pm. Requires 1–3 years QA/manufacturing experience, high school diploma, ability to lift up to 50

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; 1–3 years QA/manufacturing experience.
• Ability to follow safety procedures incl. Nestlé Life Saving Rules.
• English literacy; able to comprehend simple instructions.
• Physical ability to repetitively lift up to 50 lbs in a warehouse/manufacturing env.
• Knowledge of GDPs, cGMPs, SOPs and good documentation practices.

Responsibilities

• Performs in-process testing verifications to confirm product quality.
• Submits daily Analytical and Micro samples for QC testing.
• Performs AQL inspections as required.
• Approves pre-start-up activities including line clearance and equipment checks.
• Reviews in-process batch docs for compliance with specs and GDPs.

Skills

QA Systems

Manufacturing

MS Office

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Oracle

AS400

PQM

Captiva

Job description

At Nestlé Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength to empower healthier lives. Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands like Garden of Life®, Nature's Bounty®, Vital Proteins®, Orgain®, Nuun®, BOOST®, Carnation Breakfast Essentials®, Peptamen®, Compleat Organic Blends®, and more. We also have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines that aim to prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases.

At Nestlé Health Science, we bring our best for better lives. Our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition. We know brilliant ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Here we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and collaborate with teams that champion focused and forward thinking. We are committed to fostering professional growth and celebrating the achievements of our people along the way. We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.

Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers.

POSITION SUMMARY

The purpose of the Quality Assurance Technician is to ensure that products are produced in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and Product Specification criteria. The job exists to improve first pass quality and adherence to cGMPs on the production floor at all times. The Quality Assurance Technician role acts as the quality expert on the production floor and provides guidance and advice to operation colleagues on cGMPs and Good Documentation Practices (GDPs) to ensure timely release of product or reaction to issues.

Shift: 2nd

Schedule: 2pm-10:30pm

First 30 days will need to be on a Monday-Friday, 6am-2:30pm schedule for orientation and training.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs in-process testing verifications of manufacturing/packaging data to confirm consistency in testing methodology and test data. This ensures that the products meet the required quality standards.
• Submits daily Analytical and Micro samples to quality control for appropriate testing. This ensures that the products are tested for quality and safety.
• Performs Acceptable Quality Level (AQL) inspections as required. This ensures that the products meet the specified quality standards.
• Conducts approval of pre-start-up activities including line/room clearance and initial equipment checks when required. This ensures that the production process starts smoothly and meets the required standards.
• Reviews in-process batch documentation to ensure real-time compliance to product specifications, good documentation practices, company SOPs, and cGMPs. This ensures that the production process is documented accurately and meets the required standards.
• Discusses errors directly with line personnel so corrections can be made if required. This ensures that any errors or issues in the production process are addressed and resolved in a timely manner.
• Reviews Production logbooks for accuracy and compliance. This ensures that the production process is documented accurately and meets the required standards.
• Ensures all colleagues strictly follow SOPs, GDPs, and cGMPs. This ensures that the production process is carried out in accordance with the required standards.
• Performs review and release of batch records/work orders. This ensures that the products are released for further processing or distribution only after meeting the required quality standards.
• Conducts daily compliance Audit and floor walk for all applicable areas. This ensures that the production areas are compliant with safety rules, SOPs, and cGMP guidelines. Production process is documented accurately and meets the required standards.
• Attends and actively participates in cross-functional shift review meetings
• Performs other duties as assigned

Experience and Education Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
• 1-3 years of prior experience in a manufacturing environment with a focus on quality assurance preferred.
• Basic mathematical skills. (add, subtract, multiply and divide)
• Ability to follow safety procedures inclusive of Nestle’s Life Saving Rules
• Ability to speak, read, write in English and comprehend simple instructions
• Physical ability to repetitively lift up to 50 lbs., stand, climb, bend, etc. within a warehouse / manufacturing environment.
• Required to utilize and understand basic digital devices such as computers, iPad, etc.
• Overtime may be required based on business needs
• Follow SOPs, GMPs and all other company policies and processes
• Work environment may be exposed to powders, chemicals and food allergens such as peanuts, tree nuts, milk, dairy, eggs, wheat, gluten, soy, fish and shellfish.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with manufacturing equipment functionality
• Experience in Quality Assurance Systems
• Experience working with Computer Software such as SAP, Oracle, AS400, PQM, Captiva, etc
• High organizational skills are required.
• High attention to detail is required.
• Basic computer knowledge of MS Office programs (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.) is required
• Understanding of mathematical functions, such as mean, median, average, and standard deviation is preferred
• Exhibit positive attitude regarding work and responsibilities
• Ability to work collaboratively within teams

Pay:$23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Bonus Eligibility:Yes

The pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at top of range.

Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more athttps://www.nestlejobs.com/nestle-in-the-us-benefits

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