Quality Assurance Technician - Must Have Quality background, Warehouse, Forklift Exp (Urgent Need)

MillenniumSoft Inc; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 573,000 - 860,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical Device Company in Sparks, MD seeks an entry-level Quality Assurance Technician with warehouse and forklift experience. This 12-month contract (W2) is 40 hours per week, with 1st and 2nd shift options. You will maintain quarantine, hold, expired, returned goods and recalls, perform disposition, and support RADR requests.

Operate material handling equipment and keep accurate QA records. A HS diploma or GED is required; some college helps.

Qualifications

• Entry-level with warehouse experience including quality processes.
• Must have a quality background and be able to drive a forklift.
• Knowledge of SAP and inventory controls is required.
• Hazardous materials and regulatory awareness preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain quarantine, hold, expired, return goods and recalled product.
• Disposition of quarantine/hold products promptly.
• Support RADR requests and product discards.
• Operate material handling equipment and maintain records.
• Assist in regulatory and quality program initiatives.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Quality background

Education

High School diploma or GED

Some college helpful

Tools

SAP

Excel

PowerPoint

Windows OS

Forklift Certification

Job description

Position : Quality Assurance Technician - Must Have Quality background, Warehouse, Forklift Exp

Location : Sparks, MD

Duration : 12 Months

Total Hours/week : 40.00 pay rate-$20-30/hr

1st & 2nd Shifts

1st Shift: Workdays/hours: M - F 8am - 4:30pm

2nd Shift: Workdays/hours: Monday through Friday - 1:30pm - 10pm

Client: Medical Device Company

Job Category: Quality

Level Of Experience: Entry Level

Employment Type: Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens or GC Holders Only)

Note

Will Drive a Forklift**

Job Description

• As directed by the Quality Manager, The Quality Assurance Tech 3 is responsible for maintaining all Quarantine, Hold, Expired, Return Goods and Recalled product.
• This includes the control and maintenance of the same inventory.
• This position should assist RADR requests, product discards, resolution of issues related to Quality or Inventory Control.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for Implementing and monitoring all procedures and processes as they relate to Quarantine, Hold, Expired, Return Goods, and Recalled product Process records
• Responsible for disposition of all Quarantine and Hold product on a timely basis.
• Responsible for follow up on hazardous waste disposal with contractor and maintain manifest and certificate of disposal files.

Position-Specific Overview

• Create and finalize all paperwork and reports associated with QA Holds, Recall, CAPA’s, Returned Goods and Expired product reviews and approval.
• Operate material handling equipment required for placement, placarding, and movement of product.
• Maintain accurate reports for the business unit and internal management.
• Answer questions and report information regarding Quarantine, Hold, Expired, Return Goods, Recalled product and scrap.
• Complete RADR sample requests assigned to Quality
• Provide direction and coordination to warehouse team relative to specific quality focus areas (segregation, identification, methods of movement).
• Support the scrap of product as authorized by the business unit (when applicable)
• Actively participate in quality programs and quality project teams.
• Responsible for making recommendations regarding continuous improvement of department work processes and operating procedures.
• Assist Quality manager in preparing procedures, work instructions, hazardous material shipping papers, reference guides.
• Quarantine Management:
• Prepare any reports concerning Quarantine, Holds, Expired product, Return Goods, scrap and recall of product activities as required.
• Must ensure that all quality assurance (QA) holds are properly recorded,
• Ensure product placed in a secure area and detailed information is provided on a timely basis for disposition.
• Must meet the response time established by the customer and follow corporate and regulatory policy.
• Ensure that lot reconciliation and internal records for product retrieval are properly documented and recorded.
• Report product damage to account representatives and obtain authorization for disposition.
• Discard non-conforming product by scrapping (using the compactor or loading into appropriate scrap authorized trailer) or donation orders (if applicable).
• Create orders and arrange transport.
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without accommodation.
• Accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Scope Of Responsibility

• Ensures the accurate and actionable product hold and quarantine records for the making of decisions.
• Ensures product hold and quarantine product process follows applicable released procedures.

Requirements/Knowledge

• Hazardous Materials, RCRA training is required.
• Ability to understand FDA, EPA, DOT and OHSA rules and regulations
• Education/Degree High School diploma or GED required, some college helpful.
• Certifications (if applicable) May require Forklift Certification
• Experience (indicate the number of years)
• One or more year’s warehouse experience including computer skills.
• A quality control background is helpful.
• Computer skills (Excel, Word, Power Point, etc.)
• Requires minimal supervision and able to follow established procedures as directed.
• Demonstrated ability to work in teams to obtain results is required.
• Ability to safely operate all required equipment. Must maintain a current forklift license.
• Possess the ability to work well in a dynamic team environment and influence others
• Able to work independently with little instruction on routine work
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Strong knowledge of warehouse management and inventory management aspects of SAP
• Lifting or moving of 5-26 lbs continuously, 25-60 lbs frequently
• Must be able to work in refrigeration (2-8 Celsius) up to 10 hours per day
• High school graduate or equivalent
• 3-5 years of experience with Distribution processes (preferably)
• Must perform satisfactory driving tests on all equipment (forklifts, turret truck/ order-picker)
• Must have knowledge on personal computers, including basic use of a Windows environment
• Prior working knowledge of SAP (desired)