Quality Assurance Inspector

Peli BioThermal; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunity

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Professional development

Hands-on manufacturing experience

Cross-location collaboration

Travel opportunities

Career growth

Job summary

Peli BioThermal in Maple Grove, MN is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector to ensure materials and final products meet established quality standards.

You will perform inspections across incoming, in-process, first article, and final stages, review supplier documentation, and support non-conformance investigations to keep products safe for customers. Join a team focused on accuracy, traceability, and collaboration with Production, Operations, and Supply Chain.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required; a two-year technical degree is preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, quality inspection, testing, or related environment.
• Familiarity with inspecting, testing, sampling, or sorting manufactured products and materials.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, first article, customer return, and final product inspections.
• Read and interpret specifications, drawings, inspection requirements, and other technical documentation.
• Issue acceptance or rejection documentation based on inspection results and ensure non-conforming materials are properly identified and controlled.
• Support Non-Conformance investigations and assist with resolving material and inspection issues.
• Support quality transactions within SAP QM and review Certificates of Analysis for accuracy.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading specs/drawings

Excel

Cross-department communication

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma

Technical degree preferred

Tools

SAP QM

Inspection equipment

Job description

We're Hiring: Quality Assurance Inspector

Location: Maple Grove, MN

Company: Peli BioThermal

About Us

Peli BioThermal offers the widest range of temperature-controlled packaging and service solutions to the global life sciences industry. The company’s products ensure that delicate biological materials arrive intact and effective, despite exterior environments. Peli BioThermal is dedicated to developing innovative products designed to fulfil the complex needs of the global life sciences industry. The company’s customers benefit from its extensive expertise in ensuring that temperature stability is maintained throughout the distribution chain. The company also offers a complete portfolio of services and software to support end-to-end temperature-controlled packaging asset management.

At Peli BioThermal, your work has a real-world impact. You’ll be part of a team driven by innovation, craftsmanship, and the shared belief that when the mission is critical, failure isn’t an option. If you’re ready to build something that makes a difference, be part of a team that protects what matters most.

What You'll Do

As a Quality Assurance Inspector, you’ll play an important role in ensuring the materials and products used in our temperature-controlled packaging solutions meet established quality standards. You’ll perform incoming, in-process, first article, and final inspections, review supplier documentation, support non-conformance investigations, and help ensure products are ready before they reach our customers.

• Perform incoming, in-process, first article, customer return, and final product inspections.
• Conduct physical and visual inspections of raw materials, components, subassemblies, and finished products against established specifications and inspection plans.
• Inspect staged products prior to shipment to ensure quality requirements have been met.
• Read and interpret specifications, drawings, inspection requirements, and other technical documentation.
• Issue acceptance or rejection documentation based on inspection results and ensure non-conforming materials are properly identified and controlled.
• Initiate and support Non-Conformance investigations and assist with resolving material and inspection issues.
• Support quality transactions within SAP, including QM notifications, material information, and applicable quality codes.
• Generate Certificates of Conformance and review supplier Certificates of Analysis for accuracy and compliance.
• Support product identification and traceability requirements throughout the inspection process.
• Review batch records, calibration information, and other quality documentation to verify accuracy and compliance.
• Enter inspection results and key quality metrics into applicable systems for tracking, trending, and monitoring.
• Participate in operational meetings and communicate inspection status, quality concerns, and material issues that could impact production.
• Work with Production, Operations, Supply Chain, and other teams to resolve quality and material questions.
• Maintain accurate inspection records while following established quality, safety, and housekeeping requirements.

What We’re Looking For

• High School Diploma or equal. required. A two-year technical degree is preferred.
• Experience within manufacturing, quality inspection, testing, or a related environment.
• Familiarity with inspecting, testing, sampling, or sorting manufactured products and materials.
• Ability to read and interpret specifications, drawings, and inspection requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate quality records.
• General computer skills, including the ability to enter and maintain information in Microsoft Excel and other business systems.
• Ability to work with basic inspection and testing equipment and learn new test procedures.
• Ability to communicate quality concerns clearly and work effectively across departments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience working within a recognized quality program such as ISO, ASTM, or GMP.
• Experience performing incoming, in-process, first article, or final inspections.
• Experience with SAP, particularly SAP Quality Management or similar ERP quality functions.
• Experience supporting non-conformance investigations and quality documentation.
• Previous experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.

What’s In It For You

Join a company that truly values its employees! We offer a relaxed and casual work environment, a strong commitment to giving back to communities, and a focus on employee satisfaction. With regular opportunities to share feedback with leadership and structured performance evaluations, we ensure that your voice is heard and your growth is supported.

• Competitive salary with annual bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation, holidays, and wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Hands-on experience with advanced manufacturing equipment and validation projects
• Opportunity to collaborate with engineering teams across multiple locations
• Travel throughout our manufacturing and service network while expanding your technical expertise
• Career advancement within a growing global life sciences organization

Compensation & Benefits

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across severalU.S. geographic markets. Base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The annual U.S. pay range for this positionis listed below. Paywithin this range varies by work locationand may also depend on your qualifications, job-related knowledge, skills,and experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process. We also offer a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off, 10 paid holidays per year, medical/dental/vision insurance, company-paid life and disability plans, and matching 401k to eligible employees.

Pelican Products, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.