Quality Assurance Inspector Jobs in New Jersey
Quality Assurance Inspector jobs in New Jersey are concentrated in the pharmaceutical corridor along the Route 1 and Route 202 corridors, the food and beverage manufacturing belt in central and southern Jersey, and the defense and aerospace supply chain around Parsippany and Mount Laurel, with openings at every level from entry-line inspector to senior compliance auditor. The most active hiring hubs are Newark, Parsippany, and Cherry Hill, where established employers like Johnson & Johnson, Becton Dickinson, and Campbell Soup Company maintain long-standing quality operations. The most in-demand specialties are pharmaceutical GMP compliance, food safety inspection, and ISO 9001 auditing. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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To monitor and ensure all incoming raw materials, packaging components and returned goods are sampled, inspected and tested (where applicable) for the purpose of determining compliance with established specifications. To monitor and ensure all phases of drug manufacturing are in compliance with established specifications. To receive, inspect, release and control of labels and outserts. To ensure quality compliance before, during and after each packaging run.
Must be able to work 2nd Shift schedule: 3pm to 11:30pm
Essential Functions:
- All Functions of QA Inspector I, Perform Inspection, sampling and testing where applicable on all incoming raw materials, packaging components and returned goods following detailed written procedures.
- Preparation of samples for chemical and microbiological (where required) analysis and delivering them to the QC lab.
- Inspection and test of packaging components utilizing various measuring devices such as scales, micrometers and height gauges to determine conformance to specifications. Maintaining detailed records of sampling, inspections and testing activities.
- Assigning and verification of expiry date and retest date for all the GMP raw materials through vendor COA and in-house COA.
- Collection of packaged product samples for annual stability.
- Perform room, equipment, and packaging line checks (where applicable) prior to each stage of manufacturing following detailed written procedures.
- Conduct in process testing per manufacturing and packaging batch record instructions.
- Prepare controlled / uncontrolled / packaged finished product samples for QC lab and QA retains, following detailed documentation procedures. Maintenance of standard weights required to perform daily verification of balances.
- Labeling component receipt, visual examination, counting, preliminary inspection and sampling.
- Preparation of labeling components/outserts inspection reports; quarantine and release labels and maintaining incoming components log and corresponding inventory cards. Issuance of labeling components/outserts according to packaging order and regular monitoring and auditing of label room.
- Fill out the QA final labeled product inspection report, final line clearance which includes labeling and packaging reconciliation paperwork. Compliance of Warehouse area in terms of Isolation of Quarantine, Released, In-Process, Finished Product, Packaged Product, Returned Goods, and Rejected areas.
- Ensure the proper isolation of rejected material generated during batch process and accountability in the batch record. Monitor facility and product environmental operating conditions.
- Review of engineering records (temperature and humidity data calibration and PM records, Pest control records and contractor related functions)
- Review of online batch records in terms of completeness of signatures, entries, and actual reconciliation / yields prior to initiation of next processing step
- Verification of functionality of all the equipment and associated controls during the batch run Maintenance of retention sample room and monitoring of temperature and humidity, replacement of chart records as per schedule, review of log and disposition of samples.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Disposition of rejected material and returned drug products as per SOP
- Performs environmental monitoring in accordance with established schedule (where applicable)
- Perform applicable testing and prepare report for customer complaints
- Other duties that management may from time to time assign.
Education:
- High School or GED - Required
Experience:
- 2 years or more in 2 or more years experience in QA or related field
Specialized Knowledge:
- Good basic math knowledge and excellent attention to details. Records observations for improving processes.
Amneal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process or to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact us at accommodations@amneal.com . Requests will be handled confidentially and in accordance with applicable laws.
Description:
To monitor and ensure all incoming raw materials, packaging components and returned goods are sampled, inspected and tested (where applicable) for the purpose of determining compliance with established specifications. To monitor and ensure all phases of drug manufacturing are in compliance with established specifications. To receive, inspect, release and control of labels and outserts. To ensure quality compliance before, during and after each packaging run.
Must be able to work 2nd Shift schedule: 3pm to 11:30pm
Essential Functions:
- All Functions of QA Inspector I, Perform Inspection, sampling and testing where applicable on all incoming raw materials, packaging components and returned goods following detailed written procedures.
- Preparation of samples for chemical and microbiological (where required) analysis and delivering them to the QC lab.
- Inspection and test of packaging components utilizing various measuring devices such as scales, micrometers and height gauges to determine conformance to specifications. Maintaining detailed records of sampling, inspections and testing activities.
- Assigning and verification of expiry date and retest date for all the GMP raw materials through vendor COA and in-house COA.
- Collection of packaged product samples for annual stability.
- Perform room, equipment, and packaging line checks (where applicable) prior to each stage of manufacturing following detailed written procedures.
- Conduct in process testing per manufacturing and packaging batch record instructions.
- Prepare controlled / uncontrolled / packaged finished product samples for QC lab and QA retains, following detailed documentation procedures. Maintenance of standard weights required to perform daily verification of balances.
- Labeling component receipt, visual examination, counting, preliminary inspection and sampling.
- Preparation of labeling components/outserts inspection reports; quarantine and release labels and maintaining incoming components log and corresponding inventory cards. Issuance of labeling components/outserts according to packaging order and regular monitoring and auditing of label room.
- Fill out the QA final labeled product inspection report, final line clearance which includes labeling and packaging reconciliation paperwork. Compliance of Warehouse area in terms of Isolation of Quarantine, Released, In-Process, Finished Product, Packaged Product, Returned Goods, and Rejected areas.
- Ensure the proper isolation of rejected material generated during batch process and accountability in the batch record. Monitor facility and product environmental operating conditions.
- Review of engineering records (temperature and humidity data calibration and PM records, Pest control records and contractor related functions)
- Review of online batch records in terms of completeness of signatures, entries, and actual reconciliation / yields prior to initiation of next processing step
- Verification of functionality of all the equipment and associated controls during the batch run Maintenance of retention sample room and monitoring of temperature and humidity, replacement of chart records as per schedule, review of log and disposition of samples.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Disposition of rejected material and returned drug products as per SOP
- Performs environmental monitoring in accordance with established schedule (where applicable)
- Perform applicable testing and prepare report for customer complaints
- Other duties that management may from time to time assign.
Education:
- High School or GED - Required
Experience:
- 2 years or more in 2 or more years experience in QA or related field
Specialized Knowledge:
- Good basic math knowledge and excellent attention to details. Records observations for improving processes.
Amneal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process or to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact us at accommodations@amneal.com . Requests will be handled confidentially and in accordance with applicable laws.
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What New Jersey Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality assurance inspector jobs across New Jersey.
- High school diploma or associate degree in a technical or scientific field required
- Demonstrated knowledge of GMP, ISO 9001, or FDA regulatory standards
- Experience using inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, or coordinate measuring machines
- Familiarity with documentation and nonconformance reporting procedures
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and work orders
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
Quality Assurance Inspector Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality assurance inspector in New Jersey?
Most quality assurance inspector positions in New Jersey require at least a high school diploma, though an associate or bachelor's degree in a technical, scientific, or engineering field strengthens your candidacy significantly. New Jersey does not issue a single state license for this role, but employers in regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals and food manufacturing expect familiarity with FDA regulations, GMP standards, or ISO certification frameworks. Completing a recognized certification such as ASQ's Certified Quality Inspector credential is a concrete way to stand out to New Jersey hiring managers.
Which companies hire quality assurance inspectors in New Jersey?
Employers hiring quality assurance inspectors in New Jersey right now include Amneal Pharmaceuticals, Allentown, and KNF Neuberger, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. New Jersey's dense concentration of pharmaceutical manufacturers, food processors, and defense contractors means demand for quality assurance inspectors stays consistent across multiple industry sectors throughout the year.
Which New Jersey cities have the most quality assurance inspector jobs?
The cities with the most quality assurance inspector openings in New Jersey are Piscataway, Trenton, and Allentown. That distribution reflects the pharmaceutical and biotech manufacturing corridor along the Route 1 and Route 202 corridors in central Jersey, the logistics and food production facilities concentrated in the Cherry Hill and Camden County area, and the corporate quality operations headquartered in the greater Parsippany and Morris County region.
Are there remote quality assurance inspector jobs in New Jersey?
Yes, but they're rare. Quality assurance inspection is fundamentally a hands-on role requiring physical presence on a production floor, laboratory, or job site, so most positions are fully on-site. About 0% of quality assurance inspector openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be senior auditing, documentation review, or supplier quality roles where a portion of the work is desk-based.
How can I get hired as a quality assurance inspector in New Jersey with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for production associate or manufacturing technician roles at New Jersey's large pharmaceutical and food manufacturing companies, then moving laterally into quality once you understand the production environment. Employers like Becton Dickinson and Campbell Soup Company regularly hire for entry-level production and operations roles that feed into quality teams. Completing an ASQ Certified Quality Inspector exam or an online GMP fundamentals course before you apply gives you a measurable credential that hiring managers in regulated New Jersey industries notice immediately.
Where can I find and apply to quality assurance inspector jobs in New Jersey?
You can find and apply to quality assurance inspector jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to New Jersey employers. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly through each listing. No sign-up is required to see the openings.
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