Quality Assurance Associate Pinnaql Winchester, KY Job Details Contract $26.38 an hour 4 days ago Qualifications Optimizing workflow processes Assembly quality control testing Aggregate grading JD Edwards Quality records maintenance Defect resolution root cause analysis Cleanroom environmental monitoring Pharmaceutical regulatory compliance Safety regulations Coaching Production deviation management Production safety compliance TrackWise Good documentation practices (GDP) Corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) Mid-level Inventory management software High school diploma or GED Manufacturing standard operating procedures Manufacturing facility experience Manufacturing process inspections Continuous improvement Pharmaceutical company experience Quality assurance experience within pharmaceutical industry Compliance documentation Visual inspection as testing technique Moisture content testing Food industry Collaboration with manufacturing teams Environmental monitoring Full Job Description Quality Assurance (QA) Associate I - Pharmaceutical Manufacturing (Temp-to-Hire)

Location:

Winchester, KY (100% Onsite)

Pay Rate:

$26.38/hour (W2) Without benefits

Employment Type:

6-Month Contract with Potential for

Temp-to-Hire Shift:

Friday, Saturday & Sunday | 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM + One additional weekday every other week (Mandatory Overtime Required) Job Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Assurance (QA) Associate I to join a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. This position is responsible for providing real-time quality oversight within a GMP manufacturing environment to ensure products are manufactured in compliance with cGMP regulations, internal SOPs, FDA requirements, and quality standards. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to build or expand their career in pharmaceutical quality assurance. Key Responsibilities Perform real-time QA support during pharmaceutical manufacturing operations. Review batch production records for accuracy, completeness, calculations, and compliance with established procedures. Conduct room and equipment clearance inspections following production cleaning activities. Perform environmental monitoring, including microbial surface swabbing. Monitor manufacturing operations to ensure compliance with cGMP, SOPs, batch records, and safety requirements. Perform routine in-process and finished product quality testing, including: Particle Size Analysis Bulk Density Testing Moisture Analysis Visual Inspection AQL (Acceptable Quality Level) Testing Recommend improvements to SOPs and batch records when appropriate. Review proposed SOP revisions and provide feedback. Initiate and document quality deviations using TrackWise . Assist with deviation investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions (CAPA). Manage quality status of work-in-process (WIP) and finished goods within the inventory management system ( JD Edwards ERP ). Complete investigations related to customer complaints. Support GMP compliance initiatives and continuous process improvement projects. Provide training and coaching to manufacturing personnel as needed. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality-related issues. Perform additional QA responsibilities as assigned. Required Qualifications Candidates must meet one of the following: Bachelor's Degree; OR Associate's Degree with 1+ year of related pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food manufacturing, or regulated industry experience; OR High School Diploma/GED with 2+ years of related quality or manufacturing experience. Preferred Qualifications Experience working in a pharmaceutical manufacturing or other regulated GMP environment. Knowledge of c

GMP, FDA

regulations, and Good Documentation Practices (GDP). Experience with TrackWise , JD Edwards (JDE ERP) , or similar quality/inventory systems. Strong attention to detail and documentation skills. Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.