Quality Assurance

Quality Assurance, $14.00/hour, South Phoenix, 3rd Shift (10pm start time)

@Work Group Phoenix is currently looking for a Quality Assurance professional to join the team of a Nutraceutical company located in South Phoenix. Below is a descrption of the duties for this role. 

 GENERAL DESCRIPTION:  The QA Manufacturing Services Technician is responsible for performing daily production audits and inspections of the manufacturing area, as well as collecting in-process and finished product samples to determine the production process meets quality specifications and standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES/FUNCTIONS:

• Review Batch Production Records (BPR) and Packaging Records for completeness, accuracy and good documentation practice per associated Standard Operation Procedures (SOP’s).
• Inspect manufacturing area for hygiene and good housekeeping to make sure PPE (hair nets, gloves, respirators, etc.) are being used properly; report any violations and/or concerns to the Director of QA immediately.
• Inspect manufacturing floor and equipment every morning prior to starting production to ensure full compliance with BPR, SOP’s and 21CFR§111.
• Report any violation (spilled materials, errors in weight measurements, etc.) of the Batch Production Records, Standard Operating Procedures and 21CFR§111 to the Director of Quality Management, immediately; complete system incident reports, as needed.
• Collect and measure In-Process samples per BPR sampling protocol as directed by the Lab Manager and SOP’s.
• Collect and measure Finished Product samples from packaging line per Packaging Record sampling protocol or as directed by the Lab Manager and SOP’s.
• Deliver In-Process and Finished Product samples to the Quality Control Laboratory for sampling.
• Complete sampling and inspection documentation per associated SOP’s.
• Complete required documentation for non-conformances and deviations as needed.
• Perform internal audits of the manufacturing facility to assure facility compliance to affiliate, regulatory and best industry quality, GMP, and sanitation standards.
• Wear personal protective equipment such as (lab coat, gloves, hair net, respirator, etc.) as needed to perform tasks.
• Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work.
• All other duties as assigned.

MARGINAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Perform Raw Material sampling as needed.
• Perform Finished Product final inspection and release prior shipping.
• Standard Operation Procedure development and/or review.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS REQUIRED TO PERFORM JOB DUTIES:

• Able to read, write and understand English to follow instructions, safety regulations and complete and maintain accurate and organized records.
• Mathematical skills.
• Familiar with sample collection processes.
• Knowledge of manufacturing hygiene and proper cleaning standards.
• Extreme attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with PC computers including Microsoft Office Word, Excel.
• Fine motor skills to accurately measure and collect samples.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM JOB DUTIES:

• Stand and walk on hard surfaces for long periods of time, up to 4 hours at a time.
• Stand/remain upright and stationary for long periods of time, up to 4 hours at a time.
• Kneel, bend, stoop and squat repetitively.
• Twist and turn repeatedly.
• Reach down, forward and overhead repeatedly.
• Able to see/read details at close range (within a few feet) to detect defects, etc.
• Fine motor skills to use measuring devices (calipers, scales, etc.) with precision and accuracy.
• Use a computer to accurately record information.
• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and wear gloves, lab coat, hair net and face mask, respirator, etc.
• Push/pull a 2-shelf lab cart or dolly.
• Lift up to 75lbs.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PERFORM JOB DUTIES:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in quality control management preferred.
• 0-3 years of experience in a regulated industry (i.e. Pharmaceutical, Dietary Supplements, Medical Device or Biopharmaceutical).