Surmasis Pharmaceutical- Quality Inspector II

Summary
Responsible for inspector of raw materials, in process, and finished goods during production. Must make sure the part is to customer specifications and engineering drawing. Requires strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision. Must evaluate defects based on inspection criteria and alert appropriate personnel when required.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Follows applicable procedures, instructions, engineering drawings, and training.
• Verifies and inspects raw materials during coating procedures.
• Verifies and inspects in-process goods during converting/packaging procedures.
• Assists in removing of product for finished order in the cell they are working in.
• Alerts appropriate leadership of any issues that arise during a production run.
• Reads, follows, and understands standard operating procedures.
• Handles all materials and chemicals according to SDS and uses required PPE.
• Works as part of the team with the other employees in the manufacturing room/cleanroom.
• Maintains batch time set by manufacturing when performing inspections.
• Evaluates product defects and makes decisions regarding the status of the product based on the inspection criteria. Notifies supervision of defective parts.
• Can work with minimal supervision on inspection procedures and other assigned tasks.
• In a timely manner, performs product inspections in assigned production stage. All inspections should be performed according to established written Quality Department procedures, engineering drawings, customer specifications and documentation. This includes critical inspection items that may affect the function and safety of the product.
• Assists in the collection and verification of parts (in process/finished good sampling) both during and after production runs as required.
• Fills in as required and trained for any position in all areas of the Quality Department.
• Alerts supervision or management of problems with materials, product, tools, etc.
• Works as a team with the other employees in all departments to complete inspection functions.
• Prioritizes and completes work in a timely manner as outlined by supervision and management.
• Inspects multiple product types in any given shift. May require switching between different products throughout the shift.
• Evaluates product defects and make decisions regarding the status of the product based on the inspection criteria. Notifies supervision to perform any necessary rework or reject classification of defective parts.
• Maintains working knowledge of processes and instrumentation used in the Quality Department.
• Leads in the areas of attitude, work quality, work ethic, dependability, and company loyalty.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this job. Punctuality and regular attendance are crucial for efficient plant operations, safety, and morale.
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as required.

AUTHORITY

• Requests necessary supplies and resources required to complete the jobs assigned.
• Rejects nonconforming product.
• Alerts supervision regarding problems with materials, assemblies, tools, etc.
• Accepts product within specification.

Qualifications
Experience and Skills

• Attention for detail, and the ability to accurately record testing results and inspection criteria on quality records. Must be able to complete a position assessment test.
• Able to perform routine tasks on a continuing basis.
• Able to correctly inspect and test product according to instructions, engineering drawings, customer specifications and training.
• Able to correctly use required tools, fixtures, rulers, testing equipment, etc. involved in the testing and inspection processes.
• Able to communicate and work with others as a team.
• Able to read and write English.
• Able to read and understand the product criteria on engineering drawings.
• Able to recognize quality problems with materials, work in process, and the final product.
• Good work attendance and dependability.
• If working nights or shifts with minimal supervision, must be able to pass a criminal background check.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, or sit. The employee is regularly required to use hands to grasp, finger or handle objects and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision. This employee must occasionally lift and /or exert force from 25 pounds up to 75 pounds. Push and/or pull up to 300 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Majority of time spent sitting or standing at a workstation, inspecting product. May need to operate testing equipment or use tools and/or fixtures as part of the inspection and testing processes.

Benefits
At Surmasis, we're proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical Insurance - PPO & HMO plans
• Dental and Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance Options
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan

We believe in taking care of our team-so you can focus on doing your best work.