Visual Inspection Technician
Argonaut Manufacturing Services
Summary
The purpose of this position is to participate in tasks related to the visual inspection of manufactured liquid injectable pharmaceutical products under cGMP regulations in Drug Product Manufacturing as well as other types of visual inspection activities, as required.
Job description
Position Overview
The purpose of this position is to participate in tasks related to the visual inspection of manufactured liquid injectable pharmaceutical products under cGMP regulations in Drug Product Manufacturing as well as other types of visual inspection activities, as required.
This role is 100% on-site position Monday - Friday 8 hours/day (excluding lunch break). Overtime, weekends and holidays may be required. Flexible start time between 6:00 am - 9:30 am with a consistent schedule. Exceptions to the schedule must be approved by the manager in advance.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Perform visual inspection of pharmaceutical or medical products to identify defects or non-conformities.
- Ensure all inspected products meet established quality standards and regulatory requirements.
- Document results accurately in batch records or electronic systems.
- Maintain good documentation practices (GDP) and ensure inspection areas comply with aseptic and cleanliness standards.
- Operate and maintain inspection equipment and booths according to SOPs.
- Report defective products or process deviations to quality or production supervisors.
- Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and safety protocols at all times.
- Participate in inspection and manufacturing readiness activities.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of inspection areas, including gowning in all lab areas.
- This position may require local travel between company facilities within a short distance (approximately 3 miles) based on business needs.
Requirements and Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; 0-2 years of relevant experience. A Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or life science field is preferred.
- Must be able to effectively communicate within department and cross functionally with other divisions.
- High level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness with a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently with minimal direction.
- Familiarity with GMP guidelines, including USP and USP , and 21CFR 210/211
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; including Word, Excel, and Overlook
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 0-2 years of relevant experience
- Must be able to effectively communicate within department and cross functionally with other divisions
- High level of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness with a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently with minimal direction
- Familiarity with GMP guidelines, including USP and USP , and 21CFR 210/211
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Company overview
Argonaut Manufacturing Services is a leading contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) specializing in life sciences, molecular diagnostics, and biopharmaceutical manufacturing. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Carlsbad, California, the company operates across five state-of-the-art facilities totaling over 100,000 square feet of manufacturing space. Argonaut provides comprehensive services including aseptic drug product manufacturing, lyophilization, analytical services, and IVD (in vitro diagnostics) manufacturing. The company has produced more than 4.2 million diagnostic kits since its inception and serves over 131 projects across the pharmaceutical, diagnostic, and life science sectors. With a team of industry veterans from organizations like Thermo Fisher, Affymetrix, and Allergan, Argonaut offers specialized expertise in complex formulations, terminal sterilization, and regulatory compliance. The company recently expanded its capabilities with a new sterile fill-finish facility capable of handling up to 100,000 vials per batch, positioning it to support clients from clinical trials through commercial manufacturing. Argonaut maintains ISO 13485:2016 certification, cGMP compliance, and FDA registration, emphasizing its commitment to quality and regulatory excellence in contract manufacturing services.