Quality Assurance Technician

Perform Daily Inspections

Perform daily inspection of all production lines to assure compliance to GMPs and company. Accurately and completely document all inspection information on Daily Inspection Report (DIR). Documentation required includes but is not limited to: incoming lot #, liquid lot #, item #s, fill weights, defects, etc. Ensure that all manufacturing specifications for components, labeling and product are correct, clear and complete.

Inspect work areas for removal or all previous products and components. Verify readiness of work areas prior to use (Line Clearance). Monitor, sample, and inspect in-process finished product for quality by performing appropriate tests. Collect data and samples to support disposition of product. Determine final disposition of products inspected and verify information on transfer tickets. Apply appropriate disposition label to material.

Identify and notify Production and Quality when discrepancies from procedures and specifications are observed. Perform AQL inspections as required. Execute Rework protocols as required. Initiate/Login LIMS and retain samples. Print specifications from ERP systems, create shop order packages and provide to Production as needed. Collect samples as required by customers or PDI specifications and ship samples to customers, as required by the Manufacturing Instructions.

Collect stability samples. Execute trials and validations. Review documentation to assure accuracy prior to submittal to QA Release Team. Review Master Batch Sheets. Act as Lead QA Inspector in his or her absence to complete distribution of lines and ensure proper coverage of the production floor during the appropriate shift. Identify continuous improvement opportunities and promote culture of quality. Handle assignments as requested by supervision to establish and maintain product quality.

Perform any required testing as per SOPs and WIs.

• Quality assurance
• GMP
• Quality control
• Inspection

Associate’s degree in a scientific, technical, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Strong understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), quality systems, and regulated manufacturing environments.

Working knowledge of AQL inspection standards, sampling plans, and in-process quality control methods.

Familiarity with batch documentation, manufacturing specifications, and component/label verification.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); ability to learn and operate quality-related systems such as LIMS, ERP, and electronic documentation tools.

Minimum 3+ years of experience in a regulated industry (e.g., FDA, EPA, ISO), preferably in manufacturing or quality assurance roles.

Demonstrated experience performing in-process quality inspections, line clearances, material disposition, and documentation review.

Experience supporting trials, validations, rework activities, and sample collection for customers, retain, or stability programs.

Prior exposure to continuous improvement, deviation identification, and collaboration with Production/Quality teams.

Strong ability to interpret and follow SOPs, Work Instructions, Master Batch Records, and product specifications.

Excellent documentation accuracy, attention to detail, and commitment to “first-time-right” execution.

Ability to conduct inspections, testing, and sampling with a high degree of consistency and objectivity.

Effective communication skills with the ability to escalate discrepancies and collaborate across Production, Quality, and other cross-functional teams.

Solid organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills to ensure efficient coverage of manufacturing lines.

Ability to take initiative, identify improvement opportunities, and support a quality-focused culture.

Excellent organizational and leadership skills and abilities.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wharton, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 – $25.00/hr.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life…