Lead QA Inspector

Job Title:

Lead Quality Inspector - First Shift

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM (occasional 6:30 AM start + optional rotating Saturdays)

Compensation: $65,000-$75,000 base + bonus + overtime

• We are seeking a highly professional, hands-on Lead Quality Inspector to serve as the primary Quality representative on first shift. This is a highly visible, floor‑focused leadership role that interfaces daily with production leadership, senior management, and external auditors.
• You will supervise and guide a team of Junior Inspectors, make real‑time quality decisions, conduct inspections across manufacturing lines, and uphold the highest standards of GDP, GCP, and cGMP compliance.
• If you thrive on being present on the floor, solving problems in real time, and representing Quality with credibility and professionalism, this role is for you.

• Act as the primary Quality representative during first shift and audits.
• Conduct daily Gemba walks with production leadership; perform on‑the‑spot inspections.
• Provide floor-level supervision, coaching, and problem‑solving for a team of Junior Inspectors.
• Maintain a visible, professional presence with strong verbal and written communication.

• Perform in‑process and final product inspections across manufacturing lines.
• Verify production line clearance and readiness before use.
• Sample, test, and determine disposition of materials and finished goods.
• Execute rework protocols and support product disposition activities.
• Complete high-volume documentation aligned with GDP/GCP requirements.
• Review other inspectors' documentation for accuracy and completeness.

• Enter and manage samples in Lab Ware / LIMS.
• Support liquid batching documentation and associated quality oversight.
• Collect product, reserve, and customer samples per specifications.
• Identify, document, and elevate non-conforming materials following hold procedures.

• Assign and balance workload across inspectors during the shift.
• Step in to provide coverage for inspections, documentation, or system entry.
• Lead training and onboarding of new hires; support competency development.
• Promote a strong quality culture and support continuous improvement initiatives.

• Participate in daily production and quality meetings.
• Work closely with senior management and serve as a credible Quality representative during audits.
• Support validation activities, trial runs, inspection readiness tasks, and operational documentation.

• On‑time release of product
• First‑time‑right completion of Quality paperwork
• On‑time completion of all training

• 5+ years of inspection or quality experience in a regulated industry.
• Proven professionalism, strong communication, and exceptional documentation skills.
• Hands‑on floor experience making real‑time quality decisions.
• Experience supporting audits or representing Quality to leadership.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

In addition to base pay, direct-hire employees may be eligible for client offered benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, and paid leave where required by applicable law. Eligibility may vary based on factors such as location and hire date and is subject to change.