First Shift Associate Inspector

Edwards Lifesciences; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Edwards Lifesciences in Salt Lake City is seeking a manufacturing quality inspector to visually, dimensional and functionally inspect components and finished devices, ensuring adherence to design specs and SOPs. You will document results in the device history records and may enter data into JDE, performing traceable verification of drawings and instructions.

The role requires manual dexterity, keen attention to detail, and fluency in English.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to read, comprehend, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspection of components and finished devices using a range of tools to ensure conformance to design specs.
• Conduct functional testing with automated and manual equipment.
• Follow work instructions and SOPs, record traceable information in device history records and in JDE.
• Verify manufacturing documents against drawings.
• May assist with inventory controls and training colleagues.
• Maintain clean work area and adhere to safety guidelines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

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.

Shift: Monday-Thursday 5:30am-4:00pm

Pay rate: $19.98/hour

How you'll make an impact:

• 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

What you'll need (required):

• H.S. Diploma or equivalent
• Due to the specific duties of this job, you must be able to read, comprehend, write, and speak English

What else we look for (preferred):

• 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
• 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.