Visual Inspection Technician

Argonaut Manufacturing Services Inc.; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Argonaut Manufacturing Services, Inc. in Carlsbad, CA, is seeking a visual inspector for the Drug Product Manufacturing line to participate in cGMP-compliant quality checks of liquid injectable products on-site.

The role is on-site, Monday–Friday, 8 hours per day with overtime possible. It requires a high school diploma, 0–2 years of experience, and a preferred engineering or life science degree; proficiency in MS Office and GMP knowledge are valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 0–2 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or life science is preferred.
• Must communicate effectively within the department and across functions.
• Familiarity with GMP guidelines including USP 790/1790 and 21 CFR 210/211.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspection of pharmaceutical products to identify defects or non-conformities.
• Ensure all inspected products meet established quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Document results accurately in batch records or electronic systems.
• Maintain GDP and ensure inspection areas comply with aseptic and cleanliness standards.
• Operate and maintain inspection equipment and booths according to SOPs.
• Report defective products or process deviations to quality or production supervisors.
• Follow GMP and safety protocols at all times.
• Participate in inspection and manufacturing readiness activities.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of inspection areas, including gowning in all lab areas.
• This position may require local travel between company facilities within a short distance (approximately 3 miles) based on business needs.

Skills

Communication

Independent work

GMP knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in engineering or life sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Corporate Overview

Argonaut Manufacturing Services Inc. is a contract manufacturing organization (CMO) headquartered in Carlsbad, CA with over 100,000 square feet of manufacturing space across four locations. The company is dedicated to serving highly innovative companies in the biopharmaceutical and molecular diagnostics industries. Argonaut is a full service, cost-effective partner, providing complete solutions in the areas of formulation, filling and final kitting of reagents and consumables. Argonaut provides quality and regulatory expertise to assure the highest in quality manufacturing and supply chain excellence.

Pay Range

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00 per hour. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as location, skills, education, experience, and other relevant qualifications.

Position Overview

The purpose of this position is to participate in tasks related to the visual inspection of manufactured liquid injectable pharmaceutical products under cGMP regulations in Drug Product Manufacturing as well as other types of visual inspection activities, as required.

This role is 100% on-site position Monday - Friday 8 hours/day (excluding lunch break). Overtime, weekends and holidays may be required. Flexible start time between 6:00 am - 9:30 am with a consistent schedule. Exceptions to the schedule must be approved by the manager in advance.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform visual inspection of pharmaceutical or medical products to identify defects or non-conformities.
• Ensure all inspected products meet established quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Document results accurately in batch records or electronic systems.
• Maintain good documentation practices (GDP) and ensure inspection areas comply with aseptic and cleanliness standards.
• Operate and maintain inspection equipment and booths according to SOPs.
• Report defective products or process deviations to quality or production supervisors.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and safety protocols at all times.
• Participate in inspection and manufacturing readiness activities.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of inspection areas, including gowning in all lab areas.
• This position may require local travel between company facilities within a short distance (approximately 3 miles) based on business needs.

Requirements and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; 0-2 years of relevant experience. A Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or life science field is preferred.
• Must be able to effectively communicate within department and cross functionally with other divisions.
• High level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness with a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently with minimal direction.
• Familiarity with GMP guidelines, including USP<790> and USP<1790>, and 21CFR 210/211
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; including Word, Excel, and Overlook

Argonaut Manufacturing Services, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or disability, or any other class protected by Federal, State or local laws. Argonaut complies will all employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and all must have the authorization to work in the US.