Assoc Inspector 1st Shift (Metals)

Edwards Lifesciences Gruppe; Draper (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Edwards Lifesciences in Draper, UT is seeking a Quality Inspector to support manufacturing of medical device products. You will perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections using a range of tools, work from SOPs, and record traceable data in device history records.

The role requires 2 years of related experience and a high school diploma or equivalent. Strong attention to detail, good communication, and the ability to work in a team are essential.

Qualifications

• 2 years of related experience in manufacturing or medical devices.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspection of complex components and finished medical devices.
• Review work instructions, follow SOPs, and record traceable information in device history records.
• Verify manufacturing documents against component and device drawings.
• May train colleagues and assist with inventory and storage conditions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication skills

English proficiency

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Magnifying lamp

Microscope

Vision inspection system

JDE

Job description

Imagine how your ideas and expertise can change a patient’s life. Our Quality teams help shape the development of groundbreaking technologies to ensure each stage of our innovation process is held to the highest standards of integrity and safety. You’ll bring your passion for problem solving and partner with various teams to influence decision‑making for a product’s entire lifecycle. Your work will involve you optimizing product development to impact patients around the world with pioneering technology. Performs inspector work to support manufacturing/production activities, following established procedures and guidance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspection of more complex 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 – working at a level of greater independence with a higher level of productivity.
• 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
• Other incidental duties assigned by leadership: May train colleagues from other sites, including inspection of their work output

On time arrival to work, regular attendance without excessive absenteeism, and working a full 8 hour or longer work period Shift: M-Th 4:30am - 3:00 pm

Education and Experience: 2 years experience of previous related experience Required H.S. Diploma or equivalent Previous medical device assembly experience Preferred

Additional Skills:

• Ability to use applicable tools and equipment, hand-eye coordination, and high manual dexterity
• Full understanding of applicable inspection procedures
• Continuously expands proficiency in inspection techniques
• Ability to clearly describe and convey nonconformance issues, and enter them into QMS (Quality Management System)
• Resolves routine issues with senior staff for supervisory guidance and approval
• Good communication skills
• Strict attention to detail
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• Ability to effectively provide and accept feedback from colleagues
• Provide feedback on product defects and may follow through to establish resolution.
• Due to the specific duties of this job, you must be able to read, comprehend, write, and speak English
• Basic computer skills required, including working knowledge of manufacturing software
• 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.