In-Process Quality Assurance (IPQA) Inspector
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$18 - $20 per hour |
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| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Ontario, CA Ontario, California open_in_new |
About this job
Job Description
Our client is a global leader and the world's largest manufacturer of over-the-counter nasal irrigation devices and saline products. Distributed worldwide, they are dedicated to providing the highest quality healthcare products to consumers. We are seeking a detail-oriented In-Process Quality Assurance (IPQA) Inspector to join their growing manufacturing facility and ensure strict quality compliance at every step of production.
Job Summary:
As an IPQA Inspector, you will work directly on the production and packaging floor to monitor operations in real-time. You will be responsible for conducting routine in-process checks, enforcing Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and ensuring that all nasal sprays, rinse packets, and medical devices meet exact regulatory specifications before they are shipped out.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform Line Clearance: Inspect and approve production and packaging lines prior to starting new batches to prevent cross-contamination.
- Conduct In-Process Checks: Monitor and log product specifications, including solution pH levels, fill weights, packet seal integrity, and correct labeling.
- Enforce GMP Standards: Ensure all manufacturing personnel strictly adhere to Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Document Control: Complete batch records, inspection logs, and quality documentation accurately and concurrently with production.
- Identify Deviations: Spot, document, and escalate any product defects, machine malfunctions, or quality deviations to management immediately to halt non-conforming products.
Qualifications:
- Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
- Experience: 1–3 years of experience in Quality Assurance (QA) or Quality Control (QC) within a pharmaceutical, medical device, cosmetic, or food manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge: Basic understanding of FDA regulations, cGMP guidelines, and cleanroom protocols is highly preferred.
- Skills: Excellent attention to detail, strong written communication for logging technical data, and basic math skills.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to stand and walk on the manufacturing floor for extended periods, and lift up to 25 lbs occasionally.
Our company strives to find our associates the right position where they can utilize their skills and experience.