Quality Assurance Technician
About The Position
The Quality Assurance Technician ensures site-specific compliance with Strive Pharmacy’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and specifications. The role supports quality review of documentation, label control, product inspections, and product release activities. It is based onsite in Tampa, Florida, and is full-time, with a Monday–Friday schedule available from 7:00 AM–3:30 PM or 10:30 AM–7:00 PM. The position pays $24–$26 per hour. The technician inspects products and processes, conducts environmental monitoring as needed, reviews records, verifies materials and labels, documents quality events, and maintains quality records. The technician also supports audits and Quality Manager staff meetings. The work involves cleanroom conditions, including protective attire, restricted or small spaces, controlled temperatures, and moderate to loud noise. Physical activities include sitting, standing, walking, computer use, handling objects, and occasional lifting of up to 45 pounds. Good visual acuity is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED with relevant work experience.
- At least 2 years of experience in a quality or manufacturing department within a highly regulated industry.
- Proven experience reading, understanding, following, and reporting on Standard Operating Procedures.
- Clear understanding of USP <797> and USP <790> standards.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree or higher in a technical or scientific discipline such as Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or Pharmacy.
- Experience in aseptic operations.
- Familiarity with Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance practices.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to troubleshoot issues.
Responsibilities
- Inspect products for defects, leaks, and particulates, and maintain the required visual inspection rate for daily batches.
- Assist with media fill process validations, including inspection of filled units.
- Conduct environmental monitoring of personnel as needed and maintain accurate documentation.
- Review compounding records, including cleaning records, line clearance forms, inventory sheets, temperature logs, and Building Management System (BMS) alarms.
- Ensure documentation is complete and verify that current control documents are available in all areas.
- Verify raw materials meet specifications, reconcile labels, and assist with raw material release and movement.
- Document instances of non-compliance and, under supervisor direction, initiate quality events for deviations and non-compliant investigations.
- Route samples to appropriate laboratories for particulate or microbial analysis.
- Make disposition judgments on cosmetic, reject, and OOS/OOR issues.
- Maintain organized quality records, including equipment calibration and maintenance files, training logs, cleanroom certifications, and Certificates of Analysis.
- Support internal and external audits.
- Participate in Quality Manager staff meetings.
Benefits
- Employer-paid healthcare coverage, effective the first day of the month following the hire date.
- Free Strive compounded medications for employees based on a valid patient-specific prescription from a licensed healthcare provider.
- Paid time off.
- Sick time.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
- Parental leave.
- 401(k) with employer matching.
- Life insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Veterinary insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
