Quality Control Specialist

Description:

The Quality Control Specialist is responsible for conducting testing procedures during manufacturing processes to ensure that products comply with quality standards. QC specialists test materials before, during, and after production to measure the characteristics of materials and ensure that they conform to specifications. They are responsible for inspecting and testing the finished products to make sure they meet required levels of quality. They will also assist in documentation practices and revision of paper work aside the Quality Manager.

Responsibilities:

• In-house Microbial testing by 3M Petrifilm
• ATP testing and production process approval
• Collecting and preparing finished good samples for Potency, Heavy Metal and Microbial testing for internal or 3rd party lab testing.
• Closing out MBR and MPR's.
• Assisting the QC Manager as well as the QA Specialist with documentation procedures and implementation.
• Monthly internal audits.
• Ensuring all employees are following cGMP as well as other necessary regulations
• Identifying product defects.
• Investigation and reporting of any production issues.
• Writing and issuing Non-Conforming reports.
• Assisting with SOP writing, reviewal, and implementation.
• Conduct product assessments.
• Logging and storing all finished good retention samples.

Requirements:

• Minimum years in a cGMP industrial environment.
• Training in Quality Systems.
• Nutraceutical background and experience in dietary supplements preferred.
• Strong knowledge of 21 CFR 111 and auditing processes.
• Excellent written, problem-solving time-management,and verbal communication
• Proven track record of over-achieving goals or going above and beyond
• Possess a willingness to learn
• Working knowledge of CAPA process
• Actively embraces healthy living
• Strong knowledge and experience in Document Control process and procedures

Courses / Classes / Certifications:

• CGMP course and certification;
• Arizona Food Handlers Card;
• Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt course and certification.

* Other courses, classes and certifications might be suggested from direct managers *