Since 1980, NAI has been a leader in nutritional health, bringing whole food-based supplements to a global population. NAI is a leading expert and manufacturer of dietary supplements, and we are involved in every facet of the industry, including research, development, manufacturing, marketing, and advocacy. As a company, we continue to grow with manufacturing locations in Vista and Carlsbad, CA. We are looking for seasoned and entry level candidates that are interested in working for global company with opportunities for growth, development, competitive pay, and benefits.

HOURS: 3:15 PM - 11:45 PM, Monday - Friday

On-site Hiring Event for 11/8/25 from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Location: 5928 Farnsworth Ct, Carlsbad, California  92008

Please bring your resume with you!

Summary

The Quality Assurance Inspector Production is responsible for performing in-process auditing of manufacturing and packaging operations and inspecting bulk and finished products to ensure conformance to specifications.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Audits Manufacturing and Packaging operations.
• Performs in-process and final inspections of bulk product and finished packaged goods ensuring cGMP compliance and adherence to company procedures.
• Performs physical inspection and testing as required such as Identity testing using FT-IR analyzer, pH, Loss on Drying using moisture analyzer, loose and/or tapped density, and sieve analysis using various screens with Ro-tap equipment.
• Approve labeling (expiration dating, correct label revision, lot numbers, and coding placement) according to batch record specification prior to start of packaging batch.
• Inspect finished bulk product and finished packaged goods using statistical sampling plans, to verify conformance to specifications.
• Completes and files required documentation
• May assist in inspection of labels and packaging components at receipt to verify conformance to specifications.
• May assist in inspection of raw materials at receipt to verify conformance to specifications.
• Communicates inspection failures and non-conformances to QA Coordinator.
• Follows QA Management instruction on handling non-conforming materials or product.
• Understands and follows company procedures and policies for inspecting materials and finished products established in compliance with 21 CFR 111, Dietary Supplement cGMP.
• Understands and follows written instruction provided in company procedures and specifications. Notifies QA Coordinator or Supervisor of any deviations to the procedure or specifications. 
• Obtains instructions and approval for handling deviation prior to initiating action.
• Able to communicate and interact effectively with Purchasing, Planning, R & D, Distribution, Inventory Control Operations, Client Services and Quality personnel.
• Maintain a sanitary working environment.
• Assist with cleaning of work areas and equipment.
• May assist in validation tasks
• Assists with blend, bulk and finished good retain management
• Assists with duties related to DSHEA cage maintenance
• Performs other duties as requested

Qualifications

• High School Diploma Required. BA/BS degree in physical science or Quality Experience preferred. Strong communication skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to document information completely and accurately
• Proven organizational skills and task management ability.
• Good computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access and Excel.
• Proven knowledge and ability to conduct and interpret inspection criteria, data and results

Physical Demands

• Employee is required to walk, use hands to finger, handle and feel product, reach with hands and arms, stoop and kneel, talk and hear. Frequently required to sit and stand.
• Job requires use of close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Lifting requirement up to 50 pounds 

Training

Standard Operating Procedures training is required initially as a new hire training, annually, and as SOP's are updated, annual HACCP and Good Manufacturing Practice training requirement with assessment.

Decision Making

Employee will make decisions related to manufacturing product evaluations and conformance with batch record specifications.

Communication

Strong communication skills both written and verba l. Requires interaction with multiple departments. 

Results of Action

Employee results will help determine whether the product is acceptable for shipment.

Equipment Used

FT-IR (ID testing), pH Meter, sampling tools, scales, hydraulic carts, pallet jack, particle size analyzer, PPSL tester, bulk density/tapped density tester, moisture analyzer, disintegration equipment, cylinders, weigh pans, petri dishes, personal computer and multiple printers.

Work Environment

Product ion facility exposed to moving mechanical parts, computerized equipment, forklifts, and heavy pallets, moderate to loud noise level and air-borne dust and powders. While working, will be required to wear various personal protective equipment (e.g. Clothing, hair net, face mask, gloves, goggles, etc.).

Benefits

• Medical plan options – Two HMO and one PPO
• Dental, vision, life insurance and other voluntary benefit options. 
• 3 weeks’ vacation and 11 paid holidays
• 401K including company matching and profit sharing
• $1,000 Employee Referral Bonus
• Quarterly employee lunches, Employee of Month and other recognition programs
• Opportunities for advancement
• Comprehensive training
• Tuition Reimbursement and more!

NAI is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, intersectionality, veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.  

Upon this conditional offer of employment, a satisfactory completion of a background check (including criminal records check) with submission and passing a pre-employment post offer drug test is required prior to beginning employment. Any offer of employment may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current NAI employee who was conditionally offered the position. Upon successful completion of the background check process, we will determine the date when your employment begins. NAI utilizes E-Verify to electronically verify employment eligibility.