QA Packaging Incoming Inspection Specialist

Basic Role Summary: This is an opportunity to be part of a dynamic team within the quality function. We are looking for Individuals who will support and drive Chanelle Pharma's vision to be the most valued global provider of high quality, competitively priced pharmaceutical products and to provide excellent services and support to our customers. In this role you will report into QA Supervisor.

Location: Onsite at our facility in Loughrea.

As our QA Packaging Incoming Inspection Specialist, your key responsibilities will be as follows:

• Approves incoming materials by confirming specifications: conducting visual and measurement tests; rejecting and returning unacceptable materials

• Inspects materials following set procedures

• Inspects artwork ensuring it complies with customer requirements

• Develop master samples and file in an orderly fashion

• Labelling of approved and rejected materials

• Where necessary raise supplier corrective actions for any non-conforming materials. Help ensure these are closed out in a timely manner

• Documents inspection results by completing reports and logs: summarizing re-work and waste

• Proper filing of inspection results

• Review of standard operation procedures and update where necessary

• Keep measurements equipment operating by following operating instructions: calling for repairs when necessary.

• Ensure all measuring equipment is fit for use and inside calibration

• Calibration of incoming inspections equipment

• Maintains safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures: complying with legal regulations

• Other duties as requested by the quality supervisor or manager

Qualifications and Experience:

• Previous experience in a pharmaceutical/ manufacturing environment essential.

• 2+years' experience in Quality Assurance/ Documentation desirable.

• Preferred Science qualification.

• Excellent attention to detail required.

• Good IT & Business Administration Skills.

Skills and Competencies:

• Quality / Compliance

• Customer focus

• Communication

• Collegiality

• Initiative

• Efficiency

• Teamwork

• Responsibility

• Commercial Awareness

• Decision Making

Physical Demands

Health & Safety requirements (Manual Handling Training, Forklift training)

The role requires regular movement throughout warehouse and production areas, including walking, standing for extended periods, conducting visual inspections of materials and packaging components, and occasional manual handling of samples, materials, and inspection equipment. Employees must comply with site health and safety requirements, complete manual handling training, and may be required to operate or work in areas where forklifts are in use. The position requires sufficient visual acuity, attention to detail, and dexterity to perform inspections, measure components, and complete documentation accurately.

Applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those returning after a career break or with transferable skills from non-traditional career paths, are encouraged to apply. We value varied experiences and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that supports individuals with disabilities.