Visual Inspector

Location: Swindon
Pay Rate: £13.86 per hour + 22% Shift Allowance (£16.91 per hour including shift allowance)
Shift Pattern: Rotating Double Day Shift, Monday to Friday

• Early Shift: 07:00 - 15:00
• Late Shift: 15:00 - 23:00

We are currently recruiting for Visual Inspectors to join a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing company in Swindon.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with a keen eye for detail who take pride in maintaining the highest quality standards. As a Visual Inspector, you will play a critical role in ensuring pharmaceutical products meet strict quality and compliance requirements before they reach patients.

Working within a highly regulated environment, you will inspect pharmaceutical vials for defects and ensure only products that meet quality standards progress through the manufacturing process.

• Perform manual visual inspection of filled pharmaceutical vials under controlled conditions.
• Identify and reject products with visible defects, including:
  • Particulate contamination (visible particles)
  • Cosmetic defects such as scratches, chips, or cracks
  • Fill volume discrepancies
  • Container closure integrity concerns
• Follow approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), batch records, and inspection instructions.
• Ensure all inspections are completed in accordance with GMP and Data Integrity requirements.
• Maintain concentration and consistency throughout the inspection process.
• Correctly segregate accepted and rejected products.
• Accurately record inspection results in line with Good Documentation Practice (GDP).
• Escalate quality concerns, abnormalities, or trends to supervisors.
• Participate in vision assessments, training, and ongoing competency checks.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the department.

• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).
• Ability to successfully complete a visual acuity assessment.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to maintain concentration for prolonged periods.
• Good communication and record-keeping skills.
• Reliable and self-motivated approach to work.

• Previous experience in pharmaceutical, food manufacturing, medical device, quality inspection, production, or other regulated environments.
• Understanding of GMP, GDP, and Data Integrity principles.
• Experience performing quality checks, inspections, or working to strict quality standards.

• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong visual inspection abilities.
• Ability to maintain focus and consistency throughout a shift.
• Understanding of quality and compliance standards.
• Accurate documentation and record keeping.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.

• Competitive pay rate with enhanced shift allowance.
• Monday to Friday working pattern.
• No weekend working.
• Full training provided.
• Opportunity to work within a global pharmaceutical organisation.
• Clean, modern, and professional working environment.
• Long-term career development opportunities.

If you have a strong eye for detail, enjoy quality-focused work, and are looking for a rewarding role within the pharmaceutical industry, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join a team dedicated to delivering products that make a difference.

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