Quality Assurance Inspector - 2nd Shift
PL Developments
Summary
The QA Inspector ensures that all products meet established quality standards by inspecting items as they are produced and released from the production line. This role requires attention to detail, knowledge of cGMP, and the ability to report discrepancies, ensuring that products conform to customer specifications.
Job description
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 2:00pm-10:30pm
Position Responsibilities
- Inspect the initial product as it is bottled, checking for accuracy in content, volume, bottle size, label verification, batch number, expiration date, and compliance with packaging specifications per customer purchase order.
- Report any errors or discrepancies to the Line Leader, Supervisor, Director of Quality, and/or General Manager.
- Perform quality assurance in process checks during production runs. This includes inspection, testing, and documentation, in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory guidelines.
- Review production logs in accordance with Good Documentation Practices.
- Perform the verification of Line Clearances and review the proper documentation.
- Perform daily scale verification.
- Assist in Process Validation as required.
- Perform the review and verification of the production kits (compounding and packaging) before being used, including sub-assembly components, labels, bottles, caps, master labels, master shippers, seals, lids, raw materials, etc.
- Drive a culture of quality and continuous improvement while fostering collaboration, accountability, and excellence in adherence to regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
- Other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
- Standing and walking for extended periods.
- Occasional lifting and overhead lifting.
- Reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, and climbing.
- Proper use of a step stool or ladder for inspection purposes.
- Comfortable working in environments with strong chemical odors and confined spaces.
Requirements
- Previous experience in Quality Assurance preferred.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English; fluency in Spanish is a plus.
- Basic knowledge and understanding of cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices).
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong multitasking skills.
- Basic math proficiency.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Able to work overtime when required.
- Basic computer skills.
Benefits
- Medical and Dental Benefits
- Vision
- 401(k) Matching
- Group Life Insurance
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition Assistance
- Corporate Discount Program
Company overview
PL Developments is a leading American manufacturer, packager, and distributor of over-the-counter pharmaceutical products and consumer healthcare goods, founded in 1988 and headquartered in Westbury, New York. The company operates more than 1 million square feet of state-of-the-art pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities across the United States, with operations in Miami, Florida; Clinton, South Carolina; Los Angeles, California; and Westbury, New York. PL Developments specializes in producing private label store brand equivalents for major national retailers, offering over 450 unique products across multiple healthcare categories including pain relief, cough and cold medications, digestive health items, vitamins and supplements, and diagnostic products. The company employs approximately 1,100 people and maintains strict FDA compliance and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) across all its facilities. PL Developments serves nearly every major retailer in the United States, including Walmart, CVS, Walgreens, Target, Costco, and Dollar General, providing high-quality, affordable alternatives to national brand products. The company has expanded its capabilities through strategic acquisitions, including Aaron Industries for liquid dose products and Health-Chem Diagnostics for point-of-care diagnostic products, positioning itself as a comprehensive solution provider in the consumer healthcare market.