QA Inspectors - 1st and 2nd shifts

Job Description

The QA Line Inspector I/II is responsible for conducting Quality Assurance and Quality Control activities to ensure finished goods meet established specifications, customer requirements, and regulatory standards. This position supports manufacturing operations through line clearance, in-process inspections, finished product evaluations, documentation review, quality investigations, and enforcement of Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform and document in-process quality inspections according to established frequencies and procedures.
• Conduct quality inspections of filling, assembly, labeling, packaging, and finished goods operations.
• Verify components against Bills of Material (BOMs) and approved specifications.
• Review Router Instructions and manufacturing documentation for critical-to-quality requirements.
• Verify equipment sanitization status and production line readiness.
• Issue product codes, fill weights, line identification tags, and related production documentation.
• Establish and maintain visual line standards for production and finished goods.
• Compare finished products to approved standards and initiate corrective actions as necessary.
• Inspect finished product attributes to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Accept or reject finished goods based on established specifications and quality requirements.
• Complete required inspection forms and production quality documentation accurately and timely.
• Issue, review, and follow up on Quality Alerts, QARs, and other quality notifications.
• Report quality issues, deviations, and findings to Quality Management.
• Follow up on corrective actions to ensure timely resolution of quality concerns.
• Maintain compliance with company procedures, SOPs, customer requirements, and cGMP regulations.
• Collect required samples for microbiological testing, chemistry testing, customer submissions, and retention programs.
• Evaluate finished products for appearance, fill levels, labeling, packaging integrity, and overall conformance to specifications.
• Review and evaluate line startup conditions before production begins.

Leadership & Continuous Improvement (Level II)

• Assist with new hire training and onboarding activities.
• Provide support and guidance to QA Inspectors on quality-related issues.
• Aid supervisors and leads with quality initiatives and customer sample coordination.
• Support the development, improvement, and implementation of quality systems, procedures, and training programs.
• Recommend process improvements to improve quality, compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Absorb and prepare quality standards for finished products.

Safety & Regulatory Responsibilities

• Promote a safe working environment and comply with all Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements.
• Enforce Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) on the production floor.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and audit readiness within assigned areas.
• Ensure production personnel adhere to quality, GMP, and sanitation requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or coursework in science, quality systems, manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 1-3 years of Quality Control, Quality Assurance, or manufacturing inspection experience, preferably in cosmetics, personal care, pharmaceutical, food, or other FDA-regulated manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of GMPs, SOPs, quality inspections, and manufacturing controls.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Ability to identify quality defects and recommend corrective actions.
• Experience working with quality control tools and inspection equipment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Flexibility to work overtime and additional schedules as business needs require.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and sit for extended periods.
• Ability to work throughout a manufacturing environment and production floor.

Work Environment

Cosmetic and personal care manufacturing environment. Production, office, and laboratory support areas. Low to moderate noise levels. Fast-paced manufacturing operations with frequent interaction across departments.

Quality Policy

KDC/ONE employees are committed to the development, production, and delivery of safe, high-quality personal care products that consistently meet or exceed customer expectations. KDC-ONE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. I understand that employment with KDC-ONE Company is at-will, meaning that I or KDC-ONE Company may terminate my employment at any time, or for any reason consistent with applicable state or federal law. I understand that KDC-One requires the successful completion of a drug and/or alcohol test as a condition of employment.