Quality Inspector

Quality Inspector Job Description The Quality Inspector supports quality functions across packaging, warehousing, and distribution operations, ensuring that all clinical and commercial products processed through primary and secondary packaging meet GMP/cGMP, safety, and documentation standards. This role focuses on performing inspections on the production floor, maintaining accurate quality records, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and drive continuous improvement. Responsibilities Perform quality inspections on clinical and commercial products during primary and secondary packaging operations. Move through manufacturing areas to inspect products at the machines, ensuring quality standards are met and identifying defects in real time. Retrieve bags of product from shipper boxes, place them on a light table, and visually examine product over the light to detect defects. Based on inspection findings and the amount of accumulated product, return bags to boxes, move them to inventory totes, or place them into bins for further sorting. Verify compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP/cGMP) and internal quality systems throughout packaging and handling processes. Document inspection results, deviations, and corrective actions according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Complete and maintain Daily Quality Status Reports (DQSR) with accurate and timely information. Maintain quality control documents at the machines, including labels, barcodes, Product Quality Records (PQR), and other relevant documentation. Support cross-functional teams, including operations, warehouse, and distribution, to investigate and resolve quality issues. Assist with root cause analysis and contribute to corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to address recurring or critical quality concerns. Ensure proper labeling, packaging, and storage of materials, including work in cold rooms and freezers when required. Follow established safety procedures and manufacturing protocols while working with equipment and materials. Essential Skills 2 to 3 years of experience in quality control, preferably in a manufacturing or quality-focused environment. Hands-on experience with quality inspection activities in a production or packaging setting. Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP/cGMP) and adherence to internal quality systems. Experience with batch records and documentation, including accurate completion and review of quality records. Strong attention to detail when inspecting products and reviewing documentation. Familiarity with manufacturing environments, equipment, and safety procedures. Ability to lift up to 20 pounds and perform light physical work as part of daily duties. Ability to work in cold rooms and freezer environments when required for material handling and inspection. Effective communication skills to document findings and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in quality control or quality assurance within packaging, warehousing, or distribution operations. Experience in using light tables or similar inspection tools for visual product examination. Exposure to maintaining and organizing quality control documents such as labels, barcodes, and Product Quality Records (PQR). Experience supporting root cause analysis and corrective and preventive actions (CAPA). Comfort working in a cleanroom manufacturing environment with defined procedures and standards. Why Work Here? You will join a quality-driven organization that values accuracy, safety, and continuous improvement in its manufacturing and distribution operations. The role offers the opportunity to deepen your experience in GMP/cGMP environments while working closely with cross-functional teams in a structured and supportive setting. Once hired on, you can access benefits and a 401(k) plan, supporting both your professional growth and long-term financial well-being. Work Environment The role is based in a manufacturing cleanroom environment that follows strict GMP/cGMP and safety standards. You will spend most of your time on the production floor, moving between machines to inspect products and working at a light table for detailed visual examinations. The position involves light physical work, including lifting up to 20 pounds and handling product bags and boxes. Some tasks require working in cold rooms and freezers to ensure proper storage and inspection of materials. You will work with standard manufacturing and quality documentation, including labels, barcodes, batch records, and Product Quality Records, in a highly controlled, process-driven setting. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Allentown, PA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Allentown,PA.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 5, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.