Quality Inspector II

Company Summary: For over 60 years, Meri. Cal has been at the forefront of innovation in the dietary supplement industry, delivering custom manufacturing and packaging solutions with passion and precision. With state-of-the-art facilities in Southern California and Ogden, UT, we transform ideas into high-quality products—from research and development to the finished products.

Our team, with over 30 years of combined experience, is dedicated to crafting exceptional gummies, probiotics, tablets, capsules, chewables, and powders using clinically backed ingredients. At Meri. Cal, we don’t just meet expectations—we exceed them, every time. Join us and be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team shaping the future of nutrition!

The Opportunity: A Quality Inspector is responsible for ensuring all dietary supplement products comply with the specifications established by Merical and cGMPs. The Quality Inspector is responsible for conducting objective & subjective measures and making determinations if any non - conformance occurred. The Quality Inspector works to guarantee high quality output through random sampling and testing on anything from receiving, in process manufacturing and finished packaging product for release.

Items that do not meet specifications are investigated and written documented corrective actions taken to ensure the issue does not occur again. What You’ll Do: Ensuring Good Manufacturing Practices [21 CFR Part 111,117 & 211) are adhered. Independently perform inspection across multiple production stages proficiently and ensure compliance with quality standards.

Ability to follow instructions to comprehend the quality expectations for the materials, components or products. Conducts sampling (Analytical, Microbial, Customer and Retains] and ensures testing against appropriate methods. Sampling must be conducted appropriately using good technique and verifying against dimensional and functional specifications.

Maintain records of testing, information, and various metrics such as quantity of defective products per batch. Collect samples for Analytical, Microbial, Customer and Retains as applicable and document within the appropriate quality record (batch record, specification, unipoint, etc.}. Communicate to next level leader prior to rejecting raw materials, in process manufacturing or finished product with respect to quality standards.

Performs in process testing [such as allergen, ATP, Water Activity, Brix, Hardness, Thickness, Friability, etc.]. Provides guidance to manufacturing team on corrective actions for out-of-specification results. Verifies Bill of Materials [bulk & packaging components} and ensures proper 10 tagging and organization of raw materials, components, staged bulk and finished goods on the production floor including reconciliation and pallet counts.

Ability to enter quality data & verify expiration dates into ERP system prior to Finished Goods release. Verifies batch record matches items staged within manufacturing and packaging lines. Verifies monitoring equipment [scales, metal detectors, torque meter etc.] is functioning correctly per our established SOPs. Conduct bulk and final product acceptable quality limit (AQL} inspections per established SOPs.

Understands varying sampling schemes based on sample size and AQL parameters. Responsible for reviewing the cleaning Logs and provide verification authorization signature to release lines. Ensure proper hold procedures and communication or alert management of any unusual occurrence and any pertinent issues that affect raw materials, production and/or packaging.

Inspects and maintains working environment routinely and ensures adherence to company safety policies and procedures. May be required to operate forklift, pallet jacks, etc. if needed. Performs other duties as assigned. What You’ll Bring: Must have 3+ experience working in a quality related environment. Should be able to lift a maximum of 25-30 lbs.

of material when needed. Food Safety or Dietary Supplement Experience a plus.

Education

High School Diploma/Certificate; one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. The Perks: No-cost vision insurance (yes, you read that right!), employer-paid life insurance, paid company holidays, generous paid time off, sick leave, employee assistance program, and a comprehensive wellness program.

Affordable medical and dental insurance plans are tailored for you and your dependents. Exceptional supplemental benefits, including Accident, Critical Illness, Hospitalization indemnity plans, and pet insurance. 401(k) matching plan and more! A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $20.

00 - $24.00 The compensation offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and/or education. Meri. Cal is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive and free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected, and where differences are embraced as strengths. We are dedicated to fostering an environment that promotes equality and celebrates diversity. Qualified applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws.

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