1st Shift Quality Assurance Inspector (5:30am -1:30pm)

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY: The QA Inspector verifies that manufacturing and packaging activities, materials, labels, and records meet approved instructions and quality requirements. Schedule: second shift, Monday through Friday, 1:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

·       Ensure that correct components are staged for processing/manufacturing/packaging.

·       Authorize the start-up of processing/manufacturing/packaging operations.

o    Perform cleaning verification and allergen swabbing as required by approved procedures.

·       Check batch record instructions and ensure they are followed.

·       Ensure all actions part of processing/manufacturing/packaging processes are signed and/or initialed where appropriate.

·       Monitor and collect data during all phases of processing/manufacturing/packaging for conformance to specifications and procedures.

o    Perform in-process product testing, as applicable, including weight, density, disintegration, friability, and hardness; document and escalate results outside specifications.

·       Inspect all processing, manufacturing, and packaging rooms, materials. and equipment for accuracy to the batch record instructions.

·       Verify product, component, and label identity against batch records and written specifications. When color is part of an approved identification check, distinguish the required colors with or without reasonable accommodation; use written identifiers and other required checks in accordance with procedures.

o    Review, approve, and issue labels for jobs in accordance with approved procedures.

·       Verify adherence to current good manufacturing practices (cGMP) and good documentation practices (GDP).

o    Observe applicable quality practices in production and warehouse areas; document and escalate concerns to the Quality Manager as appropriate.

CRITICAL OPERATING RELATIONSHIPS:

Interact with QC, Operations team, QA Department and Management

QUALIFICATIONS:

·       Must have good oral and written communication skills   

·       Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

·       Detail oriented

·       Ability to understand work instructions and accurately document quality results in the language used

for approved records and procedures, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.

·       Must be able to perform mathematical calculations

·       Multitasking in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

·       Ability to work additional hours when needed, consistent with applicable law and reasonable accommodation.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

·       High school diploma or equivalent.

·       Ability to communicate quality findings clearly to operators, QA, QC, and management.

·       Working knowledge of manufacturing processes.

·       Working knowledge of cGMPs

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND ACCOMMODATIONS

Reliance Vitamin LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, New Jersey, or local law. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform essential job functions. Contact Human Resources to request accommodation.

This description identifies the principal duties and qualifications of the position. Duties may vary with operational needs, consistent with applicable law.

Reliance Vitamin is a high growth consumer products company in the very “on trend” natural and organic space, and is comprised of three divisions:

· Private Labeling of premium branded and private label products for various companies/retailers using 450 stock products and differentiating with over 50
Patented and Trademarked raw materials.

· Contract Manufacturing of premium powders, tablets and capsules differentiating with over 50 patented and trademarked raw materials, specializing in probiotics
and plant proteins. Customer base is branded, domestic and international companies.

With over 30+ years in business, Reliance provides expertise and resources to deliver nutritional innovation that truly makes a difference in consumer’s lives. The Company is in the process of transforming to maximize its entrepreneurial culture and heritage while building enterprise practices to achieve sustainable performance.

Company Description

Reliance Vitamin is a high growth consumer products company in the very “on trend” natural and organic space, and is comprised of three divisions:\r\n\r\n· Private Labeling of premium branded and private label products for various companies/retailers using 450 stock products and differentiating with over 50 \r\n Patented and Trademarked raw materials.\r\n\r\n· Contract Manufacturing of premium powders, tablets and capsules differentiating with over 50 patented and trademarked raw materials, specializing in probiotics \r\n and plant proteins. Customer base is branded, domestic and international companies. \r\n\r\nWith over 30+ years in business, Reliance provides expertise and resources to deliver nutritional innovation that truly makes a difference in consumer’s lives. The Company is in the process of transforming to maximize its entrepreneurial culture and heritage while building enterprise practices to achieve sustainable performance.