Visual Inspection Technician I - 2nd Shift

Alcami Corporation•North Charleston, SC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Visual Inspection Technician I performs quality inspection of sterile injectable products intended for commercial distribution and clinical trials. The role handles and inspects manufactured products according to standard operating procedures (SOPs), batch records, and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), using acceptable techniques in manufacturing environments and following PPE gowning requirements. This is a 100% on-site, second-shift position, Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The role may require occasional hours outside the scheduled shift based on business needs, including weekend work, and up to 5% domestic travel.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of relevant work experience is strongly preferred, or BioWork certification from an accredited institution.
Relevant experience with visual inspection in a regulated environment, such as medical, electronics, aerospace, or automotive production, is applicable.
Correctable 20/20 near-sighted vision in both eyes, tested annually.
Ability to see and distinguish colors.
Ability to perform basic math calculations, including product accountability calculations and rounding.
Ability to read and comprehend detailed written instructions.
Ability to move materials throughout the facility using appropriate methods and equipment.
Strong verbal and written communication, documentation, detail orientation, and organizational skills.
Proficiency in basic computing skills.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including standing, using hands to handle or feel items, reaching, walking, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, sitting for extended periods, and regularly lifting or moving up to 50 pounds with assistance.
Ability to work in an environment with moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals, and to wear required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree.
cGMP experience or prior work experience in a regulated environment.
Prior pharmaceutical or CDMO experience.
Awareness of or prior experience with cGMP practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

Follow applicable SOPs and cGMPs when performing assigned duties and tasks.
Complete required company training in a timely manner and in compliance with cGMP requirements.
Conduct visual inspection of sterile liquids in accordance with regulatory agency guidelines.
Identify debris, air lines, and other defects in sterile liquids.
Record activities in real time on controlled documentation, legibly and in accordance with SOPs and cGMPs.
Perform component counting and basic math calculations.
Clean rooms, tools, and equipment.
Perform specific visual inspections according to SOPs.
Ensure products meet appearance specifications before sending them for packaging.
Perform bulk packaging of product vials for shipment to another facility.
Operate material handling equipment.
Work occasional hours outside the scheduled shift, potentially including weekends, based on business needs.
Perform other duties as assigned.