QA Inspector I

Envista Holdings; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the medical device industry is seeking a QA Inspector I to join their team in Madison, Wisconsin. This role involves performing quality inspections on incoming materials and finished devices to ensure compliance with established specifications. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and experience in quality assurance, particularly in the medical device or pharmaceutical sectors. Excellent communication skills and attention to detail are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret documents and write routine reports.
• 1-3 years related experience preferred, ideally in Medical Device or Pharmaceutical industry.
• Basic inspection techniques and tools knowledge are assets.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality inspection and tests on incoming and finished materials.
• Document inspection results following Good Documentation Practices.
• Identify nonconforming materials and interact with various departments.

Skills

Detail orientation

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Lensometers

Job description

Job Description:

The QA Inspector I is responsible for receiving and performing quality inspection of incoming material, in-process, and finished devices to ensure compliance with established specifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform quality inspection and tests on incoming material, in-process, and finished devices to ensure compliance with established specifications
• Document inspection results according to Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
• Identify nonconforming material and escalate to the Material Review Board (MRB)
• Perform Complaint Handling activities (MDR Review and Complaint Closure) according to prescribed timeframe requirements
• Interact with various cross-functional departments including engineering, manufacturing, and R&D in a collaborative team environment
• Follow departmental Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions
• Other duties may be assigned by QA Supervisor

Incidental Duties

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, and indeed additional responsibilities may be assigned, as required, by management.

Job Requirements:

Education: High School diploma or equivalent

Language Ability: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively with groups of employees within the organization. Ability to perform these functions in English.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience: One to three years’ related experience and/or training, preferably in the Medical Device or Pharmaceutical industry or technical field.
• Computer Skills: Experience working with electronic processes (e.g. Word, Excel, Oracle, SAP)
• Math Ability: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers and decimals.
• Technical Skills: Experience with basic inspection techniques and tools (use of micrometers, calipers, lensometers, etc.). Able to understand product applications, specifications, functionality, structure, assembly and test methods/processes.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving multiple variables in standardized situations.
• Abilities: Detail orientation, precise work, excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to collaborate effectively across multifunctional teams.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Employee is required to sit at a desk for long periods of time
• Frequently uses hands and fingers, occasionally reaches up/down with arms
• Position requires occasional standing and walking
• Position requires occasional bending and stooping
• The noise level in the environment is moderate
• PPE- Safety glasses required worn by all personnel in production areas or as indicated

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Target Market Salary Range:

Actual compensation packages take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location; skill sets; relevant education and certifications; depth of experience; performance; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed reasonable estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Envista, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The total compensation package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, medical/dental/vision benefits, 401K match, and/or other applicable compensation plans.

$17.90 - $24.20 per hour

Operating Company:

Orascoptic

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