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Quality Control Inspector roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, materials science, or a closely related field. Manufacturing, aerospace, medical device, and pharmaceutical employers regularly file H-1B petitions for QC professionals who oversee compliance, testing, and process validation.
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Job Title: QC Inspector Compounding
Location: GuruNanda LLC - 6645 Caballero Blvd, Buena Park, CA 90620
Department: Quality Control
Reports To: QC Manager
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Summary:
We are seeking a knowledgeable and hands-on QC Inspector to oversee quality activities within the Compounding Department, ensuring real-time compliance with cGMP requirements and internal SOPs. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in in-process quality control, including pre-weigh verification, compounding and mixing operations, batch record review, documentation control, line clearances, and manufacturing process monitoring. Experience in the production of cosmetics, OTC drug products, dietary supplements, and preferably medical devices, is highly desirable. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining product quality, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence throughout the manufacturing process.
Key Responsibilities:
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Conduct in-process quality inspections during pre-weighing, batching, and mixing operations.
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Perform line clearance activities prior to mixing, ensuring the correct ingredients are available, equipment is cleaned and sanitized, and water quality meets established specifications.
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Monitor and test water quality on a daily basis.
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Perform equipment swabbing to verify cleaning and sanitization effectiveness.
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Collect batch samples and perform testing of bulk batches in accordance with approved specifications and test methods.
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Ensure all pre-weighing and mixing activities are conducted in compliance with cGMP requirements and internal SOPs.
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Complete batch records accurately and in a timely manner to maintain compliance and data integrity.
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Identify, segregate, and control non-conforming materials or products, and complete the required non-conformance documentation.
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Support root cause investigations and assist in the implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) for production-related quality issues.
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Collaborate closely with Production, R&D, and QA teams to resolve quality concerns and support continuous improvement initiatives.
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Ensure retain samples and samples required for third-party testing are collected during blending activities in accordance with established requirements.
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Maintain and update QA/QC production logs in a timely and accurate manner.
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Support regulatory, customer, and internal audits as required.
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Perform any other duties and responsibilities assigned by management.
Qualifications
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Minimum 2–3 years of progressive experience in Quality Control and/or Assurance within OTC Drug and Dietary Supplement manufacturing
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Experience with line clearance, in-process QC checks in blending, swabbing and batch record completion.
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Excellent interpersonal, documentation, and communication skills
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Ability to lead by example and drive quality culture on the production floor
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High School Diploma or equivalent
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Responsibilities may be shifted based on the department and company’s demand
Preferred Qualifications:
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Familiarity with cGMP requirements for Cosmetic, OTC drug, Dietary supplements & Medical device products.
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Use of ATP swabs to ensure equipment is cleaned and sanitized.
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GMP and Social Compliance audit experience
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Flexibility in work schedule
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
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Dental insurance
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Employee assistance program
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Health insurance
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Life insurance
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Paid time off
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Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
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How many years of experience you have in Quality Control and/or Assurance within OTC Drug and Dietary Supplement manufacturing?
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Do you have experience with line clearance, in-process QC checks in blending, swabbing and batch record completion?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
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Cosmetic, OTC drug, Dietary supplements & Medical device: 2 years (Required)
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GMP and Social Compliance audit: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Buena Park, CA 90620 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Verify your SOC code before applying
Quality Control Inspectors fall under SOC 51-9061. Pull the O*NET profile for that code to confirm your duties align with the specialty occupation standard USCIS applies during adjudication. Mismatched job descriptions are a common RFE trigger.
Target regulated-industry employers first
FDA-regulated manufacturers, aerospace contractors, and medical device companies file H-1B petitions far more consistently than general manufacturing shops. Their QC roles require degree-level expertise in validation protocols, making specialty occupation easier to establish.
Use Migrate Mate to filter by LCA filing history
Search Quality Control Inspector roles on Migrate Mate to see which employers have certified Labor Condition Applications for this occupation. That filing record tells you the employer already understands the H-1B process for your role type.
Align your degree field explicitly in your resume
If your degree is in industrial engineering, chemistry, or materials science, name it prominently alongside your QC credentials. USCIS evaluates whether the degree field directly relates to the inspection role, so vague credentials weaken the specialty occupation argument.
Confirm the employer's E-Verify enrollment before accepting an offer
H-1B employers must be enrolled in E-Verify to hire you. Ask HR directly before the offer stage. Non-enrolled employers can't file your petition, so identifying this early saves you from offers that can't move forward.
Request prevailing wage documentation from your employer
Ask your employer to run your role against the OFLC Wage Search before the LCA is filed. QC Inspector wages vary significantly by industry and location. Confirming your offered wage meets Level I or Level II prevailing wage avoids DOL audit risk.
H-1B Visa Quality Control Inspector: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Quality Control Inspector role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the role is defined. Generic inspection roles that don't require a specific bachelor's degree often fail the specialty occupation test. Roles tied to regulated industries like pharmaceuticals, aerospace, or medical devices, where a degree in engineering, chemistry, or materials science is genuinely required, have a much stronger foundation. Your employer's job description must reflect that degree-level requirement explicitly.
Which industries are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for Quality Control Inspectors?
FDA-regulated pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers, aerospace and defense contractors, and semiconductor fabrication facilities are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for QC professionals. These industries require degree-level expertise in validation, compliance, and testing methodologies, which supports the specialty occupation argument. You can find employers with active LCA filing history for this role on Migrate Mate.
What happens to my H-1B status if my quality control role changes significantly after approval?
A material change in your job duties, location, or employer can require an amended H-1B petition. If your responsibilities shift from compliance validation to general floor supervision, for example, the specialty occupation basis may no longer hold. Your employer should file an amended I-129 with USCIS before those changes take effect to keep your status valid.
Can a staffing agency sponsor my H-1B for a Quality Control Inspector placement?
Yes, but USCIS scrutinizes staffing agency H-1B petitions more heavily. The agency must demonstrate it controls the work, sets the terms of employment, and that the placement site's role qualifies as a specialty occupation. End-client site visits and itinerary documentation are common requirements. Some QC placements through staffing firms have been denied when specialty occupation couldn't be established for the specific client site.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect Quality Control Inspector candidates?
Most Quality Control Inspector positions at private employers are subject to the annual H-1B cap of 65,000 regular slots plus 20,000 for U.S. master's degree holders. USCIS runs the lottery each March for an October 1 start. If you're not selected, you remain in valid status through your current authorization period. Cap-exempt options like university research labs or certain nonprofit entities are rarely relevant for QC roles.