QA Inspector, QA - 3rd Shift

Job Title: QA Inspector

Location: Cherry Hill, NJ

Job Type: Full-Time

Shift Timing - Tuesday - Saturday: 11:20PM - 7:30AM

About Us:

As a developer, manufacturer, and supplier of essential medicines, Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. and its affiliates’ purpose is to put better health within reach, every day for millions of patients around the world. We are a trusted, reliable partner and dependable source of over 760 high-quality generic, specialty and branded pharmaceutical products that hospitals, physicians and pharmacists need to treat their patients across North America, the Middle East, North Africa and Europe. Through our global footprint of 30+ manufacturing plants, 8+ R&D centers, and 9,000+ empowered employees, we are committed to making high-quality medicines accessible to the people who need them.

Description:

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are seeking a talented and motivated QA Inspector to join our team for monitoring in-process product quality for Filling and Inspection and Packaging of parenteral products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Regular and predictable onsite attendance and punctuality.
• Performs in-coming tasks which include pallet checking, raw material sampling, review of test results, release of components, raw materials and production supplies.
• Contacts QA Coordinator or QA Supervisor for daily line assignments.
• Samples/Checks/Verifies Controlled Substances during in-coming monitoring and raw material sampling.
• Must pass frocking qualification for controlled areas and pass the respirator requirements for sampling raw materials
• Samples using analytical instrumentation such as Analytical balances, glove boxes and compressed gases.
• Be able to push pallet(s) of raw material with the use of a pallet jack
• Maintains good housekeeping and safe working conditions.
• Accurately and clearly documents sampling/ inspection/test results in accordance to department and site SOPs.
• Performs other duties to support production or validation as determined by QA Supervisor.
• Participates in rotation for weekend coverage to support production. May work flexible hours and overtime on a short notice to support production.

Qualifications:

We value the skills and experiences candidates bring to the table. While we have listed some qualifications below, we encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet all of them:

• Associate’s degree in science OR Bachelor’s Degree with 0-2 years applicable laboratory, pharmaceutical manufacturing, or related experience.
• 0-2-year applicable laboratory or pharmaceutical production experience (QA preferred).
• Possesses proficient mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, algebra, unit conversions, rounding significant figures, dividing polynomials, solving rational equations).
• Familiar with cGMPs, EU, CFR and the USP
• Demonstrates good attention to detail and accuracy
• Good organizational skills and ability to multi-task and perform work in a timely manner
• Demonstrates ability to work in a team environment with good communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with peers, department management and production personnel
• Knowledge of computer systems at a level proficient to navigate input and/or reference computerized data
• Must have sound judgment and demonstrate good analytical skills to assess risk to issues related to the manufacturing process
• Must be able to pass the respirator requirements established for the Inspector position
• Ability to stand/walk 85% of the shift to sample raw material and deliver to labs
• Good manual dexterity to repetitively manipulate syringes to sample filled units for in-process monitoring
• Good close visual acuity (eye exam required)
• Noise levels on production lines may be moderate to high
• Able to lift 15 lbs.
• Able to pull/push raw materials with use of a pallet jack.

Compensation:

Hourly Rate: $24.00 per hour. The compensation for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, work location, prior experience and job-related knowledge, relevant skills and expertise, current business needs, and market factors. The Talent Acquisition team can provide more details about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.

What We Offer*:

• Annual performance bonus, commission, and share potential
• Auto enrollment in a Hikma-sponsored 401(k) program at a pre-tax contribution rate of 3% of eligible pay. Hikma will match 100% of the first 6% of eligible pay that you contribute
• A generous paid time off (PTO) bank starting with 20 days (prorated based on hire date). Additional days granted upon reaching work milestone anniversaries
• 3 personal days (prorated based on hire date)
• 11 company paid holidays
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, life insurance, prescription drug coverage, and a variety of voluntary benefits
• Employee discount program
• Wellbeing rewards program
• Safety and Quality is a top organizational priority
• Career advancement and growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid maternity and parental leave

*Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and depend on the job classification, role, and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change as well as specific plan or program terms.

Recruiters:

Please note that Hikma has a set roster of approved recruiters for specific roles agreed to in advance and does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies regarding open positions. In the absence of a signed agreement and approval from Hikma’s Human Resources department to submit resumes for a specific position, Hikma will not approve, nor will be under an obligation to make, any payment to such non-approved third-parties in the event a candidate they refer is hired by Hikma.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.