Assoc Inspector (1st Shift)

Edwards Lifesciences Gruppe; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Edwards Lifesciences in Salt Lake City is seeking an Associate Inspector to support manufacturing and inspection activities. You will perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections of components and finished medical devices, ensure conformance to design specs, and record traceable data. This role emphasizes accuracy, adherence to SOPs, and collaboration in a team environment.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Basic inspection procedures understanding.
• Able to provide/accept feedback and communicate clearly.
• Attention to detail and adherence to EH&S and quality guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspection of components and finished medical device products.
• Conduct functional testing using automated and manual equipment to ensure design conformance.
• Review and follow work instructions and SOPs; record traceable information in device history records and enter data in JDE.
• Verify manufacturing documents against component and device drawings.
• May inspect inventory and assist with storage conditions and movement.
• Potentially train colleagues from other sites and participate in team duties and housekeeping.

Skills

Visual inspection

Dimensional inspection

Functional testing

Documentation & SOPs

English proficiency

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Innovation starts from the heart. Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. With millions of patients served in over 100 countries, each team makes a meaningful contribution by improving patient outcomes and discovering lasting solutions for unmet patient needs.Our Associate Inspector position is a unique career opportunity that could be your next step towards an exciting future. Performs inspector work to support manufacturing/production activities, following established procedures and guidance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspection of components and/or finished medical device products using a wide variety of tools and equipment such as magnifying lamp, microscope, vision inspection system, etc. to ensure conformance with design specifications
• Perform functional testing of finished medical device products using both automated and manual valve testing equipment to ensure conformance with design specifications
• Review, follow and perform job functions in compliance with established work instructions and adherence with SOPs, including recording traceable information on device history records and may enter information into JDE.
• Perform verification of manufacturing documents with component and device drawings
• May control inventory to ensure appropriate storage conditions and movement
• May train colleagues from other sites, including inspection of their work output
• Other incidental duties: General work area housekeeping

Education and Experience: H.S. Diploma or equivalent. No previous related experience required.

Additional Skills:

• Ability to use applicable tools and equipment, hand eye coordination, and high manual dexterity
• Basic level of understanding of inspection procedures
• Ability to effectively provide and accept feedback from colleagues
• Good communication skills
• Due to the specific duties of this job, you must be able to read, comprehend, write, and speak English
• Basic computer skills, preferred
• Strict attention to detail
• Adhere to Edwards Environmental Health and Safety and Quality guidelines as they relate to department clean room medical device manufacturing
• Must be able to work with minimum supervision
• Work in a Team environment
• Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities. Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. Through breakthrough technologies, world-class evidence and partnerships with clinicians and healthcare stakeholders, our employees are inspired by our patient-focused culture to deliver life-changing innovations to those who need them most.