Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTOR ENTRY LEVEL

At Thorne we make products that matter - ones that make people's lives better. Each day begins with a mission to help others discover and achieve their best health. We count on our team members to challenge and push the boundaries to make that happen. At Thorne, you’ll be joining a team of more than 750 passionate individuals committed to our cause of providing superior health solutions.

Starting at $19/hour+ based on experience

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We are looking for top of market talent to help grow and innovate our company. If you are someone who embraces challenge, fosters innovation, and desires to make a difference in the world, then let’s talk.

At Thorne we make products that matter - ones that make people's lives better. Each day begins with a mission to help others discover and achieve their best health. We count on our team members to challenge and push the boundaries to make that happen. As a Thorne Quality Control Inspector you’ll be joining a team of more than 350 passionate individuals committed to our cause of providing superior health solutions.

A day in the life of a Quality Control Inspector at Thorne requires:

• Being knowledgeable of the applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), Work Instructions (WIs) and must follow them. Employee remains knowledgeable on an ongoing and timely basis as changes in the SOPs, WIs and cGMPs occur.
• Paying attention to detail. Completing paperwork accurately, neatly and fully.
• Demonstrating a working knowledge of the overall functions of production and the flow process, is aware of cross contamination issues in the manufacturing facility and exhibits vigilance in taking proper precautions to maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Taking initiative and makes sound decisions within the guidelines provided, and is willing, if necessary, to stop a procedure or process when a SOP or product quality is in question.
• Being responsible for ensuring line clearances are conducted and that the correct cleaning method is utilized. Inspects and verifies that product and materials have been removed from previous product runs. Ensures proper cleanliness of rooms and manufacturing facility.
• Performing relevant tasks necessary to determine if the room passes the cleaning standards set forth by the company.
• Being responsible for sampling, packaging inspection and release. Samples and inspects incoming materials, mixtures, and in-process materials. Employee compares materials against established specifications to determine if the material conforms to the specifications.
• Verifying various manufacturing measuring equipment as well as reviewing and maintaining neat and accurate logbooks in accordance with established procedures, including removal of non-functioning equipment.
• Updating electronic and document systems to reflect disposition status of materials.
• Respirator Maintenance – Ensuring proper fit, use and cleanliness. Stores in accordance with written procedures. Requires wearing respiration protection as needed to perform work.
• Performing AQL Sampling inspections throughout manufacturing operations. Is consistent and on time with Quality Control checks in the production facility and exhibits the capability to thoroughly and rapidly perform them.
• Performing verification on Incoming, In-process, and Outgoing products.
• Performing complete layout inspection by measuring dimensions, such as length and height using precision instruments such as calipers, ruler or tape measure.
• Verifying and at times calculates yield reconciliation results, participates in investigations when yield calculations are outside of the acceptable range and ensuring that material is not released until investigations are complete and a disposition has been determined.
• Being responsible for aspects of the deviation process including but not limited to reviewing and monitoring Deviation Authorizations and performing verifications as needed.
• Reading and evaluating documents for accuracy and consistency of terminology and ensures the documents clearly represent the actions performed. Also ensures the content is written appropriately for those performing the action and submits Change Requests as necessary to adjusting.
• Collaborating on Incident Reports, aids in investigation, determines the magnitude and type of problems as well as resolutions. In cooperation with the Supervisor on duty, consults with technical personnel while assisting with the investigation. Gives instruction for further action. Assists in the investigation, quarantines and transfers items if the product requires additional investigation or is a non-conforming product.
• Rejecting Material –Transfers rejected items accordingly. Ensures product is moved to an appropriate quarantine location.
• Identifying, analyzing, and evaluating risks for process improvements.
• ERP System Packaging, Label and Component Release –know and understand the ERP system for basic transactions.

*This is a Non-Exempt (Hourly) Position*

What You Need:

• Minimum High school diploma or GED
• Math Ability: Employee has the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in the units of measurement used in the Production Department, using whole numbers and decimals (for example, converting grams to kilograms).
• Ability and willingness to wear respiration protection as needed to perform work.

What We Offer:

At Thorne, we offer employees the chance to work with great people on exciting projects, with opportunity for growth. We also provide a full range of benefits for you and your eligible family members, such as:

• Competitive compensation
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Company- paid life insurance
• 401k plan with employer matching contributions up to 4%
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Monthly allowance of Thorne supplements
• Paid time off, volunteer time off and holiday leave
• Training, professional development, and career growth opportunities
• A safe and clean work environment

A little bit more about us.

Thorne is the leader in science-backed health and wellness solutions committed to helping individuals live healthier longer. As the top recommended clinical brand by healthcare practitioners, Thorne offers a comprehensive range of products including nutritional supplements and health tests designed to meet the unique needs of individuals at every stage of life. Founded in 1984, Thorne products are formulated with the highest-quality ingredients, supported by clinical research, and rigorously tested to ensure purity, potency, and efficacy. Thorne is the only supplement manufacturer that collaborates with Mayo Clinic on health and wellness research and content and is trusted by 47,000+ health-care professionals, thousands of professional athletes, more than 100 professional sports teams, multiple U.S. National Teams, and more than five million consumers. For more information, visit Thorne.com

“Please be advised that Thorne Research manufactures nutritional supplement products that can include ingredients that are derived from possibly allergenic raw materials, including but not limited to nuts, soy, dairy, fish, and shellfish.”

THORNE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Thorne values diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, past or present military service, marital status, gender identification or expression, medical condition (including genetic characteristics) or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

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