Quality Assurance Technician (Weekday, Overnight)
About The Position
The Quality Assurance Technician ensures site-specific compliance with Strive Pharmacy’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and specifications. The role reviews quality documentation, controls labels, inspects products, and assists with product release activities. The position is based onsite in Gilbert, Arizona, and works Monday through Thursday from 7:30 PM to 6:00 AM. The role includes inspecting products for defects, leaks, and particulates; assisting with media fill process validations; conducting environmental monitoring as needed; reviewing compounding and facility records; verifying raw materials and labels; documenting non-compliance; supporting quality investigations; maintaining organized quality records; and supporting audits and Quality Manager staff meetings. The position requires comfort working in a cleanroom, including wearing protective attire and working in restricted or small areas, controlled temperatures, and moderate to loud noise. Work includes regular sitting, standing, and computer use, as well as occasional lifting. The posting lists pay as $24.00–$26.00 per hour plus a $2.00 per hour shift differential; a separate pay section lists $26–$28 USD per hour.
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; pharmaceutical, medical device, or allied health science experience is preferred.
- Proven experience reading, understanding, following, and reporting on Standard Operating Procedures.
- Ability to work onsite in a cleanroom environment, wearing protective cleanroom attire and working in restricted or small areas, controlled temperatures, and moderate to loud noise.
- Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 45 pounds.
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, sharp attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot issues effectively.
Responsibilities
- Inspect products for defects, leaks, and particulates.
- Assist with media fill process validations, including inspection of filled units.
- Conduct environmental monitoring of personnel as needed and maintain accurate documentation.
- Review compounding activities and records, including cleaning records, line clearance forms, inventory sheets, temperature logs, and Building Management System (BMS) alarms; ensure documentation is complete.
- Verify that raw materials meet specifications, account for labeling, and assist with raw material release and movement.
- Document instances of non-compliance.
- Under a supervisor’s direction, initiate quality events for deviations and non-compliant investigations, including routing samples to the appropriate lab for particulate or microbial analysis.
- 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 with a valid patient-specific prescription from a licensed healthcare provider.
- Paid time off.
- Sick time.
- FSA and 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
Education Level
High school or GED
