Product Evaluation Operator I

Karl Storz Endoscopy; Auburn (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

KARL STORZ North America in Auburn, MA is seeking a detail-oriented Product Evaluation Operator I to ensure the quality, safety, and functionality of medical devices before they return to inventory or ship to customers.

You will perform hands-on evaluations, document results in SAP, and support adherence to regulatory requirements while advancing continuous improvement in a fast-paced MedTech environment. This is a steady day shift role with opportunities to grow.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1 year SAP/ERP/WMS experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Detail-oriented with ability to follow procedures and controlled processes.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate medical devices, instruments, and software to assess functionality against standards.
• Record evaluations in SAP and related systems.
• Support compliant product disposition decisions.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and document integrity.
• Participate in LEAN, 6S, audits, and continuous improvement.
• Assist with updates to work instructions and cross-training.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

ERP

WMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

About KARL STORZ

From the operating room to surgery centers and everywhere in between, KARL STORZ North America is a global leader in medical technology and advanced visualization solutions. We design specialty innovations, smart instruments and devices, integrated ecosystems, and intelligent imaging to build a more connected, software-enabled operating room.

As an independent, family-owned MedTech company, we ambitiously think in generations instead of quarters to improve patients' lives around the world.

About the Role

The Product Evaluation Operator I plays an important role in ensuring the quality, safety, and functionality of KARL STORZ products before they are returned to inventory or shipped to customers. In this position, you will evaluate medical devices, instruments, and software, perform system transactions, and make disposition recommendations that impact inventory accuracy, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong attention to detail, technical aptitude, and a desire to grow within a fast-paced, regulated MedTech environment.

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 6:00 AM-2:30 PM

What You'll Do

• Perform hands-on evaluations of medical devices, instruments, and software to assess functionality, condition, and performance against established standards.
• Execute SAP and related system transactions to accurately document product evaluations and disposition outcomes.
• Support the Global KSRAPS-FCO process to ensure compliant and consistent product disposition decisions.
• Maintain inventory accuracy, documentation integrity, and adherence to quality and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in LEAN, 6S, audits, visual management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with work instruction updates, process standardization efforts, and cross-training opportunities within the department.

What You Bring

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience with SAP, ERP, WMS, or similar inventory and transaction-based systems.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow detailed procedures and controlled processes.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively in a team environment.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Dependable attendance and a commitment to quality and accuracy.

Nice to Have

• Experience in a medical device, healthcare, or other regulated environment.
• 2+ years of experience in logistics, warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution operations.
• Experience working with process documentation, controlled work instructions, or compliance-related activities.
• Additional technical, logistics, or operations-related certifications or training.

What Will Make You Successful

• A quality-focused mindset with strong attention to detail.
• The ability to learn technical processes and systems quickly.
• Consistent adherence to procedures, documentation requirements, and compliance standards.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Reliability, accountability, and a commitment to supporting customer satisfaction.

Why KARL STORZ?

Join KARL STORZ and be part of a team creating medical innovations that truly make a difference. Beyond technology, you'll be part of a culture that values talent as its greatest asset, empowering you to contribute to a mission that improves patient care worldwide.