What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Control Specialist position at Valley Forge Manufacturing Labs?
Valley Forge Manufacturing Labs is seeking a detail-oriented, dependable, and hands-on Quality Control Specialist to support daily quality inspection activities within its manufacturing operations. This position is responsible for performing inspections and in-process quality checks on raw materials, packaging components, bulk products, and finished goods to ensure compliance with product specifications, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), and company quality standards.
Responsibilities:
· Perform incoming inspections of raw materials, packaging components, and finished goods for approval or rejection according to established specifications and SOPs.
· Conduct receipt and check-in activities for incoming materials and components.
· Perform in-process manufacturing and packaging line quality checks to verify compliance with product specifications, SOPs, line clearance requirements, and cGMP standards.
· Inspect bulk products and finished goods for quality, accuracy, labeling, packaging, and overall compliance.
· Document inspection results accurately and maintain quality inspection records in accordance with company procedures.
· Identify, segregate, and report nonconforming materials, components, or products to Quality Management.
· Assist with inventory inspections, cycle counts, reconciliation activities, and year-end inventory counts as assigned.
· Verify cleanliness and readiness of manufacturing and packaging lines prior to production startup.
· Assist with sampling activities for incoming materials, bulk products, stability samples, and finished goods as required.
· Communicate quality issues and observations to Production, Warehouse, and Quality Assurance teams in a timely manner.
· Perform additional duties as assigned to support quality and manufacturing operations.
Requirements:
· Proven laboratory experience in FDA-regulated environment, preferably in manufacturing (2-5 Years experience)
· Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately follow written procedures and inspection instructions.
· Working knowledge of quality inspection processes and cGMP requirements within a manufacturing environment preferred.
· Ability to identify defects, inconsistencies, and nonconforming materials or products.
Nice to have:
· Aseptic technique
· Experience with stability studies
Benefits:
· 401(k)
· Dental insurance
· Health insurance
· Paid time off
· Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $25