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How much do hourly vial inspector jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for hourly vial inspector in the United States is $54,939.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,500.00 and $63,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hourly Vial Inspector vs Quality Control Technician?

AspectHourly Vial InspectorQuality Control Technician
CertificationsMay require GMP or FDA trainingOften requires GMP, FDA, or industry-specific certifications
Work EnvironmentPharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing facilitiesManufacturing, laboratory, or production settings
Job FocusInspecting vials for defects, contamination, and labeling accuracyEnsuring product quality, compliance, and process improvements

Hourly Vial Inspectors primarily focus on visual inspection of vials in pharmaceutical manufacturing, ensuring product quality at the production line. Quality Control Technicians have a broader role, including testing, documentation, and process validation. While both roles require attention to detail and GMP knowledge, QC Technicians often hold additional certifications and perform more comprehensive quality assessments.

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Infographic showing various Hourly Vial Inspector job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 8% Locum Tenens, 84% Full Time, and 8% Nights. Highlights an 11% Physical, and 89% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $54,939 per year, or $26.4 per hour.
Manual Inspector Trainee (3pm-11:30pm)

Manual Inspector Trainee (3pm-11:30pm)

AMERICAN REGENT

Shirley, NY

$19.27/hr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

American Regent rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

19th of 73 rated pharmaceutical

Job description

Nature and Scope

The Manual Inspector Trainee is an entry level position responsible for the manual inspection of our products using visual methods to detect particulates in vials, liquid volume, defects, etc. Trainees must pass a Visual Inspection Qualification Test and pass qualifications to operate automated inspection equipment before becoming an Inspection Machine Operator I.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Performs inspection of vial, ampoule, and syringe containers by hand (manually).

  • Accurately completes all documentation associated with tasks performed.

  • Keeps work area clean and orderly.

  • Follow directives issued by leads and supervisors.

  • Adheres to good manufacturing practices, (GMP & cGMP).

  • Perform duties according to the company's standard operating procedures, (SOPs).

Education Requirements and Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent required.

  • Must pass a Visual Inspection Qualification Test within an 89-day probationary period. Candidate must complete the qualifications to become an Inspection Machine Operator I within 89 days.

  • Accurately read, write and count.

  • Able to work effectively with others.

  • Ability to work overtime as needed.

Physical Environment and Requirements

  • Specific vision requirements include 20/20 near vision (can be corrected with eyeglasses or contacts) and color vision.

  • Able to stand and sit for extended periods.

  • Able to lift 10 pounds repeatedly (5-6 hours).

  • Able to lift 11-25 pounds occasionally (1-2 hours).

Expected hourly rate:

$19.27

The hourly rate displayed is the hourly rate for the role that the employer in good faith believes to be accurate at the time of the posting of an advertisement for the role. Actual compensation for the role will be based on a number of different factors including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, education, knowledge, skills and experience.

American Regent also offers a competitive total rewards package which includes healthcare, life insurance, profit sharing, paid time off, matching 401k as well as a wide range of other benefits.

American Regent celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.

  • FMLA poster: https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlaen.pdf

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Our recruiting process includes multiple in person and/or video interviews and assessments.

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