Inspector, Quality Assurance

International Vitamin Corporation•WOD-Greenville, SC

About The Position

Under direct supervision of the Senior Quality Assurance (QA) Supervisor or QA Team Leader, this position is responsible for ensuring finished products conform to the established quality standards and agency guidelines, to ensure customer satisfaction.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
6 months direct experience in a manufacturing or quality role within manufacturing operations
Basic knowledge of MS Word and Excel, basic data entry skills
Excellent math, verbal and written communication skills
Ability to communicate respectfully with employees of all levels
Must be able to handle, in an expeditious manner, multi tasks and priorities
Make logical decision with attention to details
Knowledge of and compliance with company policies and SOP’s and understanding of all of thecGMP’s
Good documentation skills
Must be able to work flexible hours
Possess an attitude that fosters team work and promotes positive morale and respect forcoworkers of all levels within the company

Responsibilities

Perform disintegration test
Perform physical tests on finished bulk
Perform AQL Sample Inspection Defect and Defect Level Limits on finished bulk, third party bulk and outside bulk
Perform product validation test on finished bulk when requested
Perform FT-NIR test on TGA softgel oils
Physically place product on QA Hold and release product when necessary
Pull samples based on the ANSI/ASQC Z 1.4 2003 AQL requirements
Train and use Oracle/Korber for all QA job functions
Print Items Waiting Inspection reports and sample according to the ANSI/ASQC Z 1.4 2003 charts
Complete all logs and product appearance check sheets
Pull PE and PAW sheets as batch lots end
Train to perform daily balance calibration verification
Train to perform monthly lab equipment calibration verification
Ensure that lab equipment is in proper operation and report any out of service issues
Ensure adequate stock of supplies necessary to perform essential job duties and report when supplies are low
Report any questionable quality or safety issues to appropriate supervisory personnel
Locate and change product status electronically
Review PE and PAW forms when requested
Adherence to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices(cGMPs) in effect assuring the quality and quantity of product produced is required
Maintain clean work environment at all times, including and not limited to hygiene practices
Follow batch record instructions and maintain accurate and legible production records
Ensure proper labeling of finished product while completing all necessary paperwork /documentation as required
Ensure that correct raw material and lot numbers are being processed
Ensure proper recording and usage of batch records per established processes
Accumulate all rejects and place into the appropriate containers for proper disposal or reworkprocess
Complete all necessary paperwork and proper documentation
Know and understand the cGMP and other regulatory compliance
Ensure job specific safety procedures are established and followed
Maintain awareness and enforcement of health and safety practices and activities
Be involved in the development, implementation, and updating of health and safety plans andprocedures
Actively participate in health and safety training programs and demonstrate competency based ontraining received
Make safety a priority in daily operations by: Actively participating in health and safety activities, Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, Ensuring adequate resources are provided, and Providing suggestions for improvement to the health and safety program