Quality Assurance Technician I

Olympus Corporation; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid vacation and sick time

Parental leave and adoption assistance

On-site facilities (childcare, cafe, 


On-site wellness programs

Job summary

Olympus Corporation is seeking a QA Inspector to support daily inspections of repaired endoscopy devices at the Brooklyn Park Manufacturing Center. Candidates must reside within commuting distance and work onsite five days a week.

The role focuses on ensuring compliance with inspection standards, maintaining device histories, and reviewing technical documentation. Strong communication and organization are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years QA experience in medical device industry.
• Regulated industry experience and good written/verbal communication.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized.
• Onsite role; no travel.
• Able to work AM/PM shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections on repaired endoscopy and endoscopy supporting electronic devices and accessories. With a primary focus on Medical and Surgical endoscopy products.
• Complete and maintain device history of service records both electronically and manually.
• Perform data collection and review of data accuracy and completeness both electronically and manually.
• Utilize and review technical documentation such as inspection standards and part drawings.
• Assist with the disposition of quality-controlled inventories and product quarantined from the production environment.
• Support 5S, Lean and other Good Manufacturing Practices both in the department and across the facility
• Support calibration and preventative maintenance activities as needed.
• Support all other Quality Assurance functions and responsibilities as requested.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Medical device

Communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Associate/Technical degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Working Location: Minnesota, Minneapolis; Minnesota, St. Paul

Workplace Flexibility: Onsite

For more than 100 years, Olympus has focused on making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. Every day, we live by our philosophy, True to Life, by advancing medical technologies and elevating the standard of patient care so people everywhere can fulfill their desires, dreams, and lives.

Working Location: Minnesota, Minneapolis; Minnesota, St. Paul

Workplace Flexibility: Onsite

For more than 100 years, Olympus has focused on making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. Every day, we live by our philosophy, True to Life, by advancing medical technologies and elevating the standard of patient care so people everywhere can fulfill their desires, dreams, and lives. Our five Core Values empower us to achieve Our Purpose: Patient Focus, Integrity, Innovation, Impact and Empathy. Learn more about Life at Olympus: https://www.olympusamerica.com/careers .

Job Description

This position is a primary level of the Quality Assurance Team who provides daily support through inspection activities in compliance to all procedures and standards to ensure safe and effective products are released from the Endoscopy Repair Center. This position is located at our Brooklyn Park Manufacturing Center. Candidates must be located within commuting distance to Brooklyn Park and work onsite 5 days a week.

Job Duties

• Perform daily inspections on repaired endoscopy and endoscopy supporting electronic devices and accessories. With a primary focus on Medical and Surgical endoscopy products.
• Complete and maintain device history of service records both electronically and manually.
• Perform data collection and review of data accuracy and completeness both electronically and manually.
• Utilize and review technical documentation such as inspection standards and part drawings.
• Assist with the disposition of quality-controlled inventories and product quarantined from the production environment.
• Support 5S, Lean and other Good Manufacturing Practices both in the department and across the facility
• Support calibration and preventative maintenance activities as needed.
• Support all other Quality Assurance functions and responsibilities as requested.

Job Qualifications

Required

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 years of Quality Assurance experience in the Medical Device Industry.
• Basic understanding of working in a regulated industry.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and be well organized.
• Flexible, reliable and dependable.
• Computer literate with experience in Microsoft Office.
• Onsite position; no travel anticipated.
• Ability to work AM or PM shift as needed for the position opening.

Preferred

• Two-year Associate or Technical degree preferred.
• Basic understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) preferred.
• Basic understanding of Good Documentation Practices (GDP) preferred.

Why join Olympus?

We offer a holistic employee experience supporting personal and professional well-being through meaningful work, equitable offerings, and a connected culture.

Equitable Offerings you can count on:

• Competitive salaries, annual bonus and 401(k)* with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage effective on start date
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Free live and on-demand Wellbeing Programs
• Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance*
• 12 Paid Holidays
• On-Site Child Daycare, Café, Fitness Center**

Connected Culture you can embrace:

• Work-life integrated culture that supports an employee centric mindset
• Offers onsite, hybrid and field work environments
• Paid volunteering and charitable donation/match programs
• Employee Resource Groups
• Dedicated Training Resources and Learning & Development Programs
• Paid Educational Assistance
• US Only
• Center Valley, PA and Westborough, MA

Applicants Requesting Accommodations:

Olympus is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Olympus will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact [e-mail]. If your disability impairs your ability to email, you may call our HR Compliance Manager at 1-888-Olympus (1-888-659-6787).

Let’s realize your potential, together.

It is the policy of Olympus to extend equal employment and advancement opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship status, religious creed (including dress and grooming practices), age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth and/or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability (physical or mental) and/or a medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or service in the uniformed services, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Posting Notes: || United States (US) || Minnesota (US-MN) || Brooklyn Park || Quality & Regulatory Affairs (QA/RA)