Calibration, Capsules, Check Processing, Code of Federal Regulations, Communication Skills, Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), Detail Oriented, Documentation, Drug Manufacturing, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), High School Diploma, Maintain Compliance, Mathematics, Process Quality, Product Packaging, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Compliance, Sanitation, Startup
Green Township, New Jersey
Position Summary:
The QA Technician – Weigh Room & Production Lines is responsible for in-process quality assurance activities during raw material dispensing, blending, encapsulation, and packaging operations. This role ensures compliance with cGMP requirements, internal procedures, and product specifications through real-time verification and documentation. Position is M-F 8am-4pm
Key Responsibilities:
Weigh Room Oversight:
- Verify raw materials against approved batch records prior to dispensing.
- Confirm material status (released, quarantined, rejected).
- Perform line clearance and room clearance checks before dispensing.
- Verify accurate weighing of components (ID, item #, lot #, quantity).
- Ensure calibrated scales are used and within calibration status.
- Review and sign off on weigh room forms and other records.
Production Line QA (Blending / Encapsulation / Packaging):
- Perform line clearance before start-up and between product changes.
- Verify correct components, labels, and packaging materials are issued.
- Conduct in-process checks (e.g., capsule weight variation, cosmetic checks, packaging checks).
- Ensure equipment clean and ready to use.
- Monitor adherence to GMP practices (personnel, documentation, sanitation).
- Review batch documentation entries in real time for accuracy and completeness.
Documentation & Compliance:
- Make all entries at the time of the work, ensure they are easy to read, and clearly show who recorded them.
- Identify and escalate deviations, non-conformances, or out-of-spec conditions to management.
- Support investigations as needed.
- Maintain QA logbooks and inspection records.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree a plus.
- 1–3 years experience in dietary supplement, food, or pharmaceutical manufacturing a plus but not required.
- Familiarity with cGMP (21 CFR Part 111 preferred) a plus but not required.
- Basic math and measurement skills required.
- Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
Key Competencies:
- Detail-oriented with strong observational skills.
- Ability to work on the production floor in a fast-paced environment.
- Clear communication with production and QA teams.
- Ability to enforce compliance standards consistently.
Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings options.