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Job Summary

Our client is seeking a Labeling Specialist responsible for the manual visual inspection of finished pharmaceutical products, ensuring compliance with quality standards and maintaining meticulous documentation. This role involves detecting defects, quarantining products, and supporting investigations into non-conformances.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform 100% manual visual inspection of finished products using black and white background light stations to detect particulate matter, container defects, leaks, incorrect fill volumes, color/clarity issues, etc.
• Inspect non-sterile compounded preparations per SOPs.
• Quarantine defective products, log findings, and escalate to QA Management for investigation.
• Record inspection results maintaining Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Calculate/report defect rates and trends to support process improvements.
• Verify product identity, lot traceability, and release criteria prior to final approval for dispensing.
• Maintain workstation cleanliness and daily sanitization; follow strict gowning, hand hygiene, and aseptic protocols.
• Assist in root cause analysis for defects and CAPA implementation; handle hazardous compounded products with appropriate PPE.

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a pharmacy, compounding, or pharmaceutical quality control setting.
• Direct experience with visual inspection of sterile products (vials, syringes, bags) in a 503A or 503B environment (preferred).

Education

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Pharmacy Technician registration/licensure with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy (or eligibility to obtain).
• Associate’s degree or certification in pharmacy technology, quality control, or related field (preferred).

Additional Requirements

• Schedule: Monday - Friday / 1:00 PM - 10:00 PM.
• Familiarity with USP <797> requirements for CSP visual inspection and release (preferred).
• Adherence to Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Ability to handle hazardous compounded products with appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Strict adherence to gowning, hand hygiene, and aseptic protocols.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

Any required state or Joint Commission training is compensated at the state or local minimum wage rate.

^*As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.