Irvine, CA, United States
Visual Inspector – 3rd Shift (Pharmaceutical Manufacturing) — Urgently hiring in Irvine! Job Title: Visual Inspector Pay: $26.45 – $28.18 per hour (Plus overtime opportunities) Hours: 3rd Shift | 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM (Plus overtime as needed) Start Date: ASAP Looking for a lifestyle/career benefit? Join a reputable, growing pharmaceutical manufacturing team in Irvine as a Visual Inspector and make an impact every day. As a Visual Inspector, you'll play a key role in ensuring product quality and safety. You'll work closely with the manufacturing team to inspect, package, and document product standards, contributing to the production of life-saving medications. This position offers a great entry point or pathway to advance within pharmaceutical quality assurance and GMP compliance. What You'll Do As a Visual Inspector, you will be responsible for:
• Conduct visual inspections of finished vials, labels, and packaging to ensure defect-free products and consistency.
• Accurately record inspection data, maintain detailed batch records, and follow Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Complete specialized training to become Vial Inspector Certified and master aseptic gowning protocols for cleanroom areas.
• Manually label and package products when automated machinery is offline, maintaining high accuracy and efficiency.
• Properly identify, label, and dispose of hazardous waste in accordance with safety protocols and SOPs.
• Support team efforts by maintaining a clean, organized, and sterile workspace, and assisting in overall manufacturing operations.
What You'll Bring The ideal candidate for this role will have:
• High school diploma or equivalent; prior experience in a regulated manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Ability to learn and follow SOPs, GMP regulations, and ISO standards.
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and focus visually for long stretches.
• Manual dexterity and basic math skills for measurement and record-keeping.
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset with proactive problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to work safely and overtime when needed to meet production goals.
Why Join Us in Irvine?
• Competitive pay with opportunities for overtime to increase your earnings.
• Gain valuable, resume-enhancing experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Work in a clean, state-of-the-art facility alongside a supportive, safety-first team.
• Successful completion of this assignment could lead to permanent employment, providing access to health benefits, retirement plans, and paid time off.
Location & Schedule: This position is on-site in Irvine, CA, working third shift from 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM with overtime as needed. Ready to Take the Next Step? If you're ready to start a rewarding career as a Visual Inspector in Irvine, apply today or contact our recruiting team directly to learn more. Don't wait, we're hiring now!