Incoming Quality Inspector

Permobil, Inc.; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision benefits

HSA contribution matching

401(k) Retirement with company match

Generous PTO policies

Employer paid LTD/STD/Life Insurance

Job summary

Permobil is seeking an Incoming Quality Inspector in Lebanon, TN to support our quality system. The role involves inspecting wheelchair frames and components, evaluating raw materials and finished products, and documenting results to ensure compliance with standards.

The candidate will work with production, engineering, and quality teams, perform audits, and help drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years in quality control/assurance or related manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret measurements with standard inspection tools.
• Proficiency in English (written and oral).
• Basic MS Office skills; Power BI knowledge a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections on wheelchair frames and components to ensure quality.
• Document inspection results accurately and maintain test records.
• Review device history records for compliance with procedures.
• Count and calculate measurements precisely using measuring tools.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to drive improvements.

Skills

Quality control

Quality assurance

Manufacturing inspection

Measuring tools

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Math skills

MS Office

Power BI

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training preferred

Tools

Power BI

SharePoint

Excel

Job description

Incoming Quality Inspector

Permobil has a position open for a Incoming Quality Inspector.

• Pay Range: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour
• Shift: 1st Shift
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday, 6:00am-2:30pm (overtime may be required based on business needs)
• Location: Lebanon

Build what's next at Permobil.

Permobil exists to create a future that is free from mobility limitations. We design and deliver innovative mobility solutions that transform lives-helping people live with greater independence, dignity, and freedom.

We are entering our next phase of growth by:

• Driving faster, breakthrough innovation
• Building a world‑class, resilient manufacturing system
• Delivering exceptional customer experiences that build lifelong loyalty.

Supported by a bold, people-first culture and an AI-enabled business, we are turning ambition into impact at scale.

Join us in shaping the future of mobility.

Your Role in Our Mission

• Job Family Summary: As a member of global quality, team members will ensure that the quality management system is and remains compliant with current regulatory and international standards requirements. Team member will also help drive improvements within the quality management system which support the organizations business goals.
• Job Summary: The Inspector Quality Assurance performs procedures including the evaluation of raw materials, in-process components, finished products, and equipment quality control to ensure a quality product.
• Applies acquired job skills and company policies and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
• Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature but recognizes the need for occasional deviation from accepted practice.
• Normally follows established procedures on routine work, requires instructions only on new assignments.
• Perform inspections, checks, and tests on wheelchair frames, wheelchair components, and finished wheelchairs, based on defined criteria, using standard physical, mechanical, and/or electrical measurements.
• Accept or reject finished products and/or components based on predetermined inspection criteria.
• Conduct and document process and system audits using written procedures as audits standards.
• Accurately document inspection and testing results.
• Maintain controlled document files and test records in timely and accurate manner.
• Monitor critical equipment and instrumentation to ensure proper operation and calibration.
• Participate in construction and/or revision of inspection procedures.
• Assist in writing and updating inspection procedures, protocols, and checklists.
• Evaluate problems and make initial recommendations for possible corrective action.
• Work with production team, engineering team, and quality control team to provide feedback to fabricators and assemblers regarding production procedures.
• Review device history records and other documentation for compliance with established procedures.
• Perform detailed and accurate counting and mathematical calculations.
• Follow directions, procedures, and instructions for all work assignments.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and awareness of surroundings.
• Work independently and with others in a team environment while maintaining professionalism.
• Support all quality, safety, and environmental programs.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Duties and responsibilities may change from time to time.
• Highlight cross-functional collaboration and ownership.
• Emphasize continuous improvement and efficiency.

Physical Demands

• Lift and move up to 50 pounds repeatedly, on and off inspection tables, throughout 8+ hour shift.
• Stand, move around the warehouse, and sit for extended periods of time.
• Manual dexterity: ability to see dine details of objects.
• Work at computer and data entry for extended periods; frequent finger and wrist manipulation.

What You'll Bring

• High school diploma or GED required; additional vocational or technical training preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in quality control, quality assurance, manufacturing inspection, production testing, or a related manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail preferred.
• Ability to accurately read, interpret, and apply measurements using standard inspection and measuring tools (e.g., tape measures, calipers, gauges, micrometers), and understand dimensional specifications and tolerances.
• Ability to learn through on-the-job training and apply quality standards in a manufacturing setting.
• Proficiency in the English Language (written and oral).
• Strong communication, reading, counting, and math skills.
• Basic MS Office skills desired (Outlook, Word, Excel); SharePoint and PowerBI knowledge a plus.
• Working knowledge of measuring instruments.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and perform accurate work.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings preferred.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Strong problem-solving mindset.

Pay Transparency

The expected pay range for this role is $22.00 - $24.00 per hour. Final compensation will depend on factors such as experience, skills, and internal equity.

In addition to base pay, Permobil offers our full-time employees the following:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits that begin on your first day.
• HSA contribution matching up to $1,600/year
• 401(k) Retirement - 100% employer match on the first 3%, with 50% matching on the next 2% with immediate vesting. Traditional and ROTH options.
• Generous PTO policies
• 100% Employer paid LTD, STD, and Life Insurance plans

Permobil will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

About Permobil

Permobil was founded on the belief that helping people achieve the greatest level of independence is a basic human right. For over 50 years, we've been a global leader in advanced rehabilitation technology, continuously improving the lives of our users through innovative mobility solutions.

Today, our portfolio includes power wheelchairs, seating and positioning products, and manual mobility solutions. Permobil operates in more than 18 countries and is part of Patricia Industries, a subsidiary of Investor AB.

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