Quality Control Specialist - 1st Shift
About The Position
A Quality Control Specialist in the dietary supplement industry is responsible for ensuring that all products meet established standards of quality and safety before they reach consumers. This role involves developing, implementing, and monitoring quality control processes and procedures. Key responsibilities include conducting inspections and tests on raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods, maintaining detailed records of quality checks, and identifying areas for improvement. The specialist collaborates with production and compliance teams to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, such as those set by the FDA and GMP regulations. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of industry standards are essential for success in this position.(7am-3:30pm).
Responsibilities
- Conduct routine inspections of raw materials, in-process production, and finished goods.
- Perform line checks and verification of manufacturing and packaging processes.
- Audit batch records and verify compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices(GMP).
- Verify that manufacturing processes comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
- Monitor critical control points to prevent deviations from batch standards.
- Ensure proper calibration and maintenance of equipment.
- Conduct tests at various stages of manufacturing to ensure composition and quality.
- Check for uniformity and consistency in capsule or tablet weight, dissolution, and disintegration.
- Perform thorough testing of the final product for active ingredient potency and purity.
- Ensure compliance with product specifications, including label claims.
- Test for microbial contamination and other potential safety hazards.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of inspections, tests, and audits.
- Ensure traceability of all materials and products through comprehensive documentation.
- Ensure products comply with relevant regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, EFSA).
- Stay up to date with changes in regulations and industry best practices.
- Investigate quality issues or product failures to determine root causes.
- Implement corrective and preventive actions to avoid recurrence.
- Identify areas for process improvement to enhance product quality and efficiency.
- Foster a culture of quality and safety awareness within the organization.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
