The Quality Assurance Technician I supports product quality by inspecting incoming materials used in drug substance and drug product manufacturing. This role focuses on ensuring materials meet established quality requirements, specifications, and procedures. The position operates in a regulated environment with a mix of warehouse and office activities. This is an entry-level opportunity with structured training provided.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform inspection of durable and consumable materials, commodities, and raw materials according to approved procedures
• Conduct sampling of incoming materials in alignment with material specifications
• Document and enter inspection results accurately into computer systems
• Segregate and manage rejected or nonconforming materials
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections of materials used in manufacturing areas
• Release accepted incoming materials in internal systems following review
• Verify accuracy and completeness of documentation generated per procedures
• Support operations while complying with environmental health and safety policies and promoting continuous improvement
Required Qualifications:
• High school diploma or General Educational Development certificate with prior quality or pharmaceutical experience
• Entry-level experience in a quality, manufacturing, or regulated environment
• Knowledge of good manufacturing practices and basic safety principles
• Ability to perform visual inspections and follow written procedures
• Basic verbal and written communication skills
• Fundamental computer skills for data entry and documentation
Preferred Qualifications:
• Associate degree in a scientific discipline
• Experience in a pharmaceutical or biologics manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with inventory management or enterprise resource planning systems
• Experience operating material handling equipment such as forklifts
• Exposure to Word, Excel, and similar office tools
Benefits:
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, paid time off, paid sick and safe time, hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, and paid holidays annually – as applicable.
Pay Range: $18/hr to $22/hr
