Quality Assurance Product Inspector – Full Time

Who We’re Looking For

You are relentless about details because you know want every customer to have an exceptional experience when they get our products.

No one has to tell you to care. You find your self-worth in finishing your day knowing that you did your job well.

Your Main Responsibilities

A Product Quality Inspector is a maniac for perfection. They monitor our production lines, reviewing the products as they are completed to make sure that they meet the standards that our customers expect. They fill out documentation throughout the day as they make continuous checks on the line.

• Product Inspections
• Review and Complete Production Documentation
• Report Product Issues to Quality and Production Managers
• Production Line Inspections before and after production
• Follow GMP Guidelines
• Assist Production as needed

Product Inspection: Inspect personal care products from the production line, checking for defects, inconsistencies, or non-conformance with quality standards.

Documentation: Complete inspection reports, record defects, and maintain accurate documentation in accordance with company guidelines and industry regulations.

Quality Assurance: Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to identify trends and recommend improvements in production processes to reduce defects and improve quality.

Production Line Readiness: Ensure the production line is properly set up and ready for operation, including checking equipment calibration and product labeling.

Compliance: Verify that products meet all regulatory requirements and company quality standards.

Communication: Communicate inspection results and quality issues to the production and management teams, suggesting corrective actions when needed.

Continuous Improvement: Participate in quality improvement initiatives and provide feedback to improve product quality and reduce waste.

Safety: Follow safety protocols and ensure a safe working environment during inspection processes.

Are you Qualified?

Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Additional certification in quality control, quality assurance, or a related field is a plus.

Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in quality control, preferably in the personal care product industry.

Skills:

• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication skills
• Problem-solving skills with a proactive approach

Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with quality control tools and techniques, as well as understanding of personal care product regulations.

Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds.

A little About Us

Merit Manufacturing is a Contract Manufacturer in the Personal Care space.

We make products like Shampoo, Body Wash, Beard Oil, Lotions, and Laundry Detergent for nationwide brands that you’ve definitely heard of and might have even used.

In just 6 years of existence, we’ve growth dramatically each year and we’re not done yet.

We just moved into a state-of-the-art new manufacturing facility and it’s unlike anything our industry has seen. We worked hard to make this the coolest building you’ve ever worked in. Whether you’re a chemist in the lab or you’re working in the warehouse, you’ll be excited to come to work.

We are a company that truly cares about the growth and advancement of our employees. We exist to provide a safe and sustainable living for everyone who makes this company run, and we’re dedicated to that cause. Merit is a company where your voice can be heard and you can make a difference every day.

Why you Want this Job

• We reward our employees in creative and excessive ways.
• We believe people are our greatest resource.
• You can learn more and advance your career here.
• Every day is an opportunity for you to go home feeling like you did something of value.

Why you Don’t want this Job

• This isn’t a punch-in and punch-out kind of job. When you come to work we expect you to care about what you’re doing.
• Sometimes if we’re behind on production numbers, or our customers need product quickly, we run later shifts, longer shifts, or weekend shifts to get things done. We don’t always do this, but when we do, we’re looking for team players who are willing to help.
• We expect employees to keep learning and growing. If you’re here for a year, your role and responsibilities should be different based on what you’ve proven yourself capable of.

The Basics

Location: Warren, MI

Hours: 7am-4pm Single Day Shift

Pay Rate: Starts at $20-$21/hr Adjusted Based on Experience

Benefits:

• Healthcare
• Dental
• Flexible Time Off Policy
• Performance Bonus Opportunities
• Year End Bonus Opportunity
• Company events

Equality:

Merit Manufacturing is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.