Visual Inspection Technician I - 2nd Shift
Alcami Corporation
Summary
The Visual Inspection Technician I is accountable for results in a fast-paced environment and responsible to perform tasks for the quality inspection of sterile injectable products for commercial distribution and clinical trials. The Visual Inspection Technician handles and inspects manufactured products by following standard operation procedures (SOPs) and batch records in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs). In addition, the Visual Inspection Technician employs acceptable techniques while working in manufacturing environments, including PPE gowning.
Job description
Job Summary
The Visual Inspection Technician I is accountable for results in a fast-paced environment and responsible to perform tasks for the quality inspection of sterile injectable products for commercial distribution and clinical trials. The Visual Inspection Technician handles and inspects manufactured products by following standard operation procedures (SOPs) and batch records in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs). In addition, the Visual Inspection Technician employs acceptable techniques while working in manufacturing environments, including PPE gowning.
On-Site Expectations
- 100% on-site position.
- 2nd Shift: Monday - Friday, 2:00pm - 10:30pm.
Responsibilities
- Follows applicable SOPs and cGMPs to perform assigned duties and tasks.
- Ensures timely completion and compliance with cGMP and all other relevant company training requirements.
- Conducts visual inspection of sterile liquids in accordance with regulatory agency guidelines.
- Visually identifies debris, air lines, and other defects in sterile liquids.
- Documents activities in real time on controlled documentation and legibly, per SOPs and cGMPs.
- Performs component counting and basic math calculations.
- Performs cleaning of rooms, tools, and equipment.
- Performs specific visual inspections per SOPs.
- Ensures product meets appearance specifications before sending the product for packaging.
- Performs bulk packaging for product vials for shipment to another facility.
- Operates material handling equipment.
- Works occasional hours outside of scheduled shift based on business needs, which may include weekend work.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required. Associate degree preferred.
- Entry level, 1+ years of relevant work experience strongly preferred OR BioWork certification from an accredited institution.
- Relevant work experience in roles with visual inspection in regulated environments (i.e. medical field, electronics, aerospace, automotive production) are applicable.
- cGMP or prior work experience in a regulated environment preferred.
- Prior pharmaceutical or CDMO experience preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- 20/20 correctable near-sighted vision in both eyes, tested annually required.
- Ability to see and distinguish colors required.
- Ability to perform basic math calculations, including product accountability calculations and rounding required.
- Ability to read and comprehend detailed written instructions required.
- Ability to move materials throughout the facility using appropriate methods and equipment required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication, documentation, detail orientation and organizational skills required.
- Proficiency in basic computing skills required.
- Awareness of or prior experience with cGMP practices and procedures preferred.
Travel Expectations
- Up to 5% domestic travel.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- Associate degree preferred
- 1+ years of relevant work experience strongly preferred OR BioWork certification from an accredited institution
- Relevant work experience in roles with visual inspection in regulated environments (medical field, electronics, aerospace, automotive production)
- cGMP or prior work experience in a regulated environment preferred
- Prior pharmaceutical or CDMO experience preferred
- 20/20 correctable near-sighted vision in both eyes, tested annually required
- Ability to see and distinguish colors required
- Ability to perform basic math calculations, including product accountability calculations and rounding required
- Ability to read and comprehend detailed written instructions required
- Ability to move materials throughout the facility using appropriate methods and equipment required
- Excellent verbal and written communication, documentation, detail orientation and organizational skills required
- Proficiency in basic computing skills required
- Awareness of or prior experience with cGMP practices and procedures preferred
Company overview
Alcami Corporation is a leading US-based contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) with over 45 years of experience in advancing pharmaceuticals and biologics from development to commercial delivery. Headquartered in North Carolina, the company operates six campuses strategically located near major pharmaceutical and biotech hubs across the United States. Alcami provides comprehensive, integrated solutions including analytical development and testing services, drug product manufacturing for both oral solid dose and sterile parenteral products, cGMP pharmaceutical storage, and support services such as environmental monitoring, calibration, and validation. With more than 1,000 employees and 770,000 square feet of operational space, Alcami serves pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies of all sizes, from virtual startups to large established organizations. The company's expertise spans small and large molecules, complex formulations, and DEA-scheduled drug products, offering end-to-end solutions that support clients through every stage of the development lifecycle.