Operations Lead, Visual Inspection
Listed on 2026-07-06
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Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Quality Control - QC Analysts/Managers, Production QC/QA, Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Homeland Talent Solutions is partnering with a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing organization to identify an Operations Lead
, Visual Inspection to support critical sterile manufacturing operations. The Operations Lead
, Visual Inspection will serve as a hands-on technical expert within pharmaceutical manufacturing, focusing on Visual Inspection processes in a highly regulated environment.
This Operations Lead
, Visual Inspection will troubleshoot inspection issues, optimize inspection performance, support continuous improvement initiatives, and act as a key technical resource across Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, Engineering, and Technical Services. This role is best suited for candidates with deep, hands-on Visual Inspection experience in pharmaceutical drug manufacturing who want to remain technically engaged rather than move into broad people management. Former or current Visual Inspection Supervisors, Inspection Managers, Manufacturing Supervisors, or Operations Leads with strong inspection expertise are strongly encouraged to apply.
This opportunity offers the chance to work in a highly respected pharmaceutical organization producing life-saving therapies, contribute directly to product quality and patient outcomes, and be part of a company committed to operational excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement in Visual Inspection operations.
Responsibilities- Serve as the Visual Inspection subject matter expert supporting manufacturing operations
- Provide technical leadership for inspection-related manufacturing activities
- Support both manual and automated Visual Inspection processes
- Troubleshoot inspection processes, product quality issues, and operational performance challenges
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on inspection effectiveness and efficiency
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, Engineering, and Technical Services teams
- Analyze Visual Inspection data to identify trends and opportunities to improve product quality and operational performance
- Support investigations, including root cause analysis, deviation resolution, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs)
- Ensure compliance with cGMP requirements, inspection standards, and applicable regulatory expectations
- Support and assist in the implementation of process improvements and broader operational excellence initiatives
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Microbiology, or a related scientific discipline
- Advanced degree in a related scientific or technical field (preferred)
- 5+ years of pharmaceutical manufacturing experience
- Direct experience supporting Visual Inspection operations within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
- Experience supporting commercial pharmaceutical manufacturing activities
- Experience in sterile injectable manufacturing operations (preferred)
- Prior experience as a Visual Inspection Supervisor or Inspection Manager (preferred)
- Strong understanding of inspection processes, defect identification, and quality standards
- Working knowledge of cGMP regulations and pharmaceutical quality systems
- Experience with manual and/or automated Visual Inspection systems (preferred)
- Experience supporting FDA, EMA, MHRA, or other regulatory inspections (preferred)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills across Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Validation, and Technical Services
- Lean Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, or Continuous Improvement experience
This role offers a competitive annual salary range of $102,000–$163,000, plus eligibility for an annual performance bonus of up to 10%. Our client also provides opportunities for career advancement, annual merit increases, and long-term professional growth.
Benefits begin on day one and include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, HSA and FSA options, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Employees also have access to ongoing training and development programs, annual compensation reviews, and clearly defined career…
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