Incoming Quality Assurance Technician 1st Shift

Quva • Sugar Land, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Incoming Quality Assurance Technician position contributes to the organization through coordinating Incoming Quality Assurance (IQA) aspects of raw materials and sterile supplies for compounding pharmaceuticals as well as perform preprinted label receipt inspections and quality processes. This role requires critical thinking and authority to proactively address and/or escalate IQA issues. The Incoming Quality Assurance Technician performs basic QA functions related to verification of incoming materials. Your attention to detail and adherence to precise procedures will guarantee that our medications meet the highest standards of safety, efficacy, and quality, providing patients with the best possible care and outcomes. Turn your passion for precision and your commitment to quality into a meaningful impact on healthcare across the US. This is a full-time role for our 1st shift, working Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST. This is a set, consistent schedule with minimum overtime requirements and based on site in our Sugar Land, TX location. This is a safety sensitive position that may be subject to random drug testing, in accordance with applicable laws.

Requirements

• A High School diploma or equivalent
• At least 2 years’ experience in FDA regulated Quality Assurance, Sterile Compounding and/or GMP production facility
• 18+ years of age
• Will be required to undergo a color perception exam and must be able to produce a passing test result
• Will be required to undergo a vision exam and must be able to produce 20/20 vision with or without correction
• Able to successfully complete a drug and background check
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; Quva is not able to sponsor applicants for work visas

Nice To Haves

• Understands updating Standard Operating Procedure, with documentation of summary of changes and version control
• Manages projects coordinating cross-departmental activities
• Is proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe, Word and Excel
• Is detail-oriented and has strong verbal and written communications skills
• Bachelor’s Degree in life science or equivalent work experience

Responsibilities

• QC Test steps in ERP system
• Inspection of bulk bags from other Quva sites
• Assist with the Coordination of transfers between Quva Sites
• Incoming Environmental plate sampling or sending for testing
• Quality inspection and QC step in ERP of labels
• Quality inspections/sampling verification raw materials, sterile supplies
• Quality review / verification of critical information related to the receipt of incoming materials
• Escalate any discrepancies or non-conformances found during incoming receipt inspection
• Retrieves / requests quality documents (CoA, CoC, CoS...) from vendors for incoming materials
• Ensures compliance of incoming materials prior to use in Manufacturing Operations
• Ensures company compliance to Quva Pharma’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Quality Management System (QMS)
• Follows all regulatory guidelines, cGMP guidelines as required by the job function
• Ensures all work is performed and documented in a timely manner and according to approved standard operating procedures and in general compliance with cGMPs
• Performs visual inspections of products to verify conformance to quality, safety, and regulatory standards
• Other duties as designated by Quality Management

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental and vision
• 401k retirement program with company match
• 17 paid days off plus 8 paid holidays per year
• Occasional weekend and overtime opportunities with advance notice
• National, industry-leading high growth company with future career advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED