What are the responsibilities and job description for the QC Technician - Day Shift position at APHENA PHARMA SOLUTIONS-TENNESSEE LLC?
Schedule: 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | Rotating 2-2-3 Schedule
Are you detail-oriented and passionate about quality? Aphena Pharma Solutions is looking for a Quality Control Technician to join our A Shift team at our Fisk Road facility. In this role, you'll help ensure our products meet the highest quality, customer, and regulatory standards while working in a fast-paced pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
What You'll Do
As a Quality Control Technician, you will:
- Inspect and approve or reject incoming bulk drug products, containers, closures, packaging materials, and labels.
- Review and approve production records, specifications, and components for accuracy and compliance.
- Inspect and approve or reject in-process materials during production.
- Perform routine quality audits and inspections.
- Maintain accurate quality records and prepare inspection reports.
- Review production documentation, identify discrepancies, and ensure investigations and corrective actions are completed.
- Follow all cGMP requirements and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Participate in required training and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
- Work independently while collaborating effectively with production and quality teams.
What We're Looking For
- High school diploma or GED required.
- 2 to 3 years of quality control or related manufacturing experience preferred.
- Experience in a cGMP or regulated manufacturing environment preferred.
- Ability to perform AQL inspections and identify product nonconformances.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent documentation skills.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, email, and internet.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Reliable attendance and the ability to work independently.
Physical Requirements
- Frequent standing throughout the shift.
- Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, and pulling.
- Regular lifting and moving of materials up to 50 pounds, with occasional heavier lifting.
- Ability to read, write, perform basic math, and distinguish numbers and symbols accurately.
Why Join Aphena?
At Aphena, you'll be part of a team dedicated to producing high-quality pharmaceutical products that make a difference. We offer a competitive benefits package, including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Employee Recognition and Appreciation Events
- Opportunities for Career Growth and Advancement
If you're ready to build your career with a company that values quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the Aphena team!