Quality Inspector II

Merical,-LL; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No-cost vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Generous paid time off

Sick leave

Employee assistance program

401(k) matching

Job summary

MeriCal, a leader in dietary supplement manufacturing, is seeking a Quality Inspector to ensure products meet MeriCal specifications and cGMP standards. You will perform monitoring across receiving, in-process, and finished packaging stages, document non-conformances, and support continuous improvement.

The role requires GMP experience, attention to detail, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must have 3+ years of experience in a quality-related environment.
• Able to lift 25-30 lbs when needed.
• Food safety or dietary supplement experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure GMP adherence across production stages and compliant quality standards.
• Perform sampling and testing according to methods and SOPs.
• Maintain records of testing results and batch quality metrics.
• Verify Bill of Materials and tag raw materials and finished goods.
• Enter quality data and expiration dates into ERP before release of finished goods.
• Communicate issues to leadership before rejecting materials or products.
• Support in-process testing (allergen, moisture, etc.) and advise corrective actions.
• Inspect and maintain a safe, clean working environment and follow safety policies.

Skills

Quality inspection

Quality control

Lifting 25-30 lbs

Food safety

Dietary supplements

Education

High School Diploma/Certificate

Job description

For over 60 years, MeriCal has been at the forefront of innovation in the dietary supplement industry, delivering custom manufacturing and packaging solutions with passion and precision. With state-of-the-art facilities in Southern California and Ogden, UT, we transform ideas into high-quality products—from research and development to the finished products. Our team, with over 30 years of combined experience, is dedicated to crafting exceptional gummies, probiotics, tablets, capsules, chewables, and powders using clinically backed ingredients. At MeriCal, we don’t just meet expectations—we exceed them, every time. Join us and be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team shaping the future of nutrition!

The Opportunity:

A Quality Inspector is responsible for ensuring all dietary supplement products comply with the specifications established by Merical and cGMPs. The Quality Inspector is responsible for conducting objective & subjective measures and making determinations if any non - conformanceoccurred. The Quality Inspector works to guarantee high quality output through random sampling andtestingonanything from receiving, inprocess manufacturing and finished packaging product for release. Items that do not meet specificationsareinvestigated and written documented corrective actions taken to ensure theissue does not occur again.

What You’ll Do:

• EnsuringGoodManufacturingPractices [21CFRPart111,117&211) areadhered.Independently perform inspection across multiple production stages proficiently and ensure compliance with quality
• standards.
• Ability to follow instructionsto comprehend thequality expectations for the materials, components or products.
• Conductssampling(Analytical,Microbial,CustomerandRetains]andensurestestingagainst appropriate methods. Sampling must beconducted appropriately usinggood technique and verifying
• against dimensional and functional specifications.Maintain records of testing, information, and various metrics such as quantity of defective products per batch.
• Collect samples for Analytical, Microbial, Customer and Retains as applicable and document within the appropriate quality record (batch record, specification,unipoint, etc.}).
• Communicate to next levelleaderprior torejectingrawmaterials, inprocess manufacturing or finished product with respect to quality standards.
• Performs in process testing [such as allergen, ATP, Water Activity, Brix, Hardness, Thickness, Friability, etc.]. Provides guidance to manufacturing team oncorrective actions forout-of-specification results.
• Verifies Bill of Materials[bulk &packaging components}and ensuresproper10 tagging and organization ofrawmaterials, components, staged bulk andfinished goods ontheproduction floor including reconciliation and pallet counts.
• Abilitytoenterqualitydata&verifyexpirationdatesintoERPsystempriortoFinishedGoodsrelease.
• Verifiesbatchrecordmatchesitemsstagedwithinmanufacturingandpackaginglines.
• Verifies monitoringequipment[scales,metaldetectors,torque meteretc.]is functioning correctly per our established SOPs.
• Conduct bulk andfinalproduct acceptable quality limit (AQL} inspections per established SOPs. Understands varying samplingschemes based on sample size and AQL parameters.
• Responsible for reviewing the cleaning Logs and provide verification authorization signature to release lines.
• Ensureproperholdproceduresandcommunicationoralertmanagementofanyunusualoccurrenceand anypertinent issues that affectraw materials, production and/or packaging.
• Inspectsandmaintainsworkingenvironmentroutinelyandensuresadherencetocompanysafety policies and procedures.
• Mayberequiredtooperateforklift,palletjacks,etc.ifneeded.
• Performsotherdutiesasassigned.

What You’ll Bring:

• Must have 3+ experience working in a quality related environment.
• Should be able to lift a maximum of 25-30 lbs. of material when needed.
• Food Safety or Dietary Supplement Experience a plus.

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma/Certificate; one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

The Perks:

• No-cost vision insurance (yes, you read that right!), employer-paid life insurance, paid company holidays, generous paid time off, sick leave, employee assistance program, and a comprehensive wellness program.
• Affordable medical and dental insurance plans are tailored for you and your dependents.
• Exceptional supplemental benefits, including Accident, Critical Illness, Hospitalization indemnity plans, and pet insurance.
• 401(k) matching plan and more!

A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00 The compensation offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and/or education.

MeriCal is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive and free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected, and where differences are embraced as strengths. We are dedicated to fostering an environment that promotes equality and celebrates diversity.
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