Quality Assurance Technician – In-line

Capstan Medical, Inc.; United States; A distancia; USD 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Family coverage

Flex time off

Descripción de la vacante

Capstan Medical, Inc. is seeking a Quality Inspector to join our onsite Santa Cruz team. You will perform inline inspections of surgical robotic components and ensure compliance with approved procedures and GMP standards.

You will review device history records, identify nonconforming materials, and support investigations with Manufacturing and Engineering to resolve quality issues. This role emphasizes precision, documentation, and teamwork.

Formación

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• AA degree or equivalent directly transferable work experience.
• Minimum of 3 years in quality inspection or manufacturing in the medical device industry.

Responsabilidades

• Perform in-line inspections of surgical robotic components per approved procedures and specs.
• Conduct product label and packaging inspections to verify accuracy and compliance.
• Inspect returned devices and document findings per established processes.
• Review Device History Records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
• Identify nonconforming materials or processes; initiate NCRs as required.
• Quarantine and control movement of nonconforming material.
• Support investigations and resolution of quality issues with Manufacturing and Engineering.
• Represent Quality Assurance on the manufacturing floor and provide real-time quality guidance.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and timely data entry into quality systems.
• Adhere to GMP and safety procedures.

Conocimientos

Inspection tools & techniques

Quality systems & GMP

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

Microsoft Office / computer

Educación

AA degree or equivalent transferrable work experience

Herramientas

Electronic quality systems

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

At Capstan Medical, we’re building one of the most exciting and innovative companies in medtech—developing a first-of-its-kind robotic platform for minimally invasive heart valve treatment. Our team combines surgical robotics, catheter-based delivery, and next-generation implants to transform complex procedures into safer, lower-stress solutions for patients and clinicians alike. As a highly collaborative, hands-on team, we move fast, wear multiple hats, and believe the best ideas can come from anyone.

Based in Santa Cruz, our unique workspace blends cutting-edge Bay Area innovation with a lifestyle-driven environment near trails, beaches, and open space—creating the perfect place to do meaningful, career-defining work.

Reports to:Quality Manager

Workplace type:Onsite in Santa Cruz, CA. (We are not considering candidates outside of California at this time. )

Description:

• Perform in-line inspections ofsurgical robotic componentsin accordance withapproved procedures and specifications
• Conductproductlabel and packaging inspections to verify accuracy and compliance withapproved procedures andrequirements
• Inspect returned devices and document findingsin accordance withestablished processes
• Reviewquality records such asDevice History Records (DHRs) for completeness, accuracy, and compliance
• Identifyand document nonconforming materials or processes; initiate Nonconformance Reports (NCRs) asrequired
• Quarantine and controlmovement ofnonconforming material.
• Support investigation and resolution of quality issues in collaboration with Manufacturing and Engineering teams
• Represent Quality Assurance on the manufacturing floor andprovidereal-time quality guidance
• Maintainaccurateinspection records and ensuretimelydata entry into quality systems
• Adhere to safety proceduresand Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Skills:

• Familiarity with inspection tools and techniques, including visual and dimensional inspection
• Working knowledge of quality systems, documentation practices, and GMP requirements
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Basic computerproficiency, including experience with electronic quality systems and Microsoft Office

Requirements:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• AA degree or equivalent directly transferable work experience
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience workingin quality inspection or manufacturing withinthemedical deviceindustry. Preference for experienceworkingwith surgical robotic or other electromechanicaldevices.

Why join us:

• We offer a fun, fast-paced, collaborative environment where you will be working ontransformationaltechnologiesin thecardiachealthcare space.
• We offer outstanding benefits with medical, dental,and vision covered at 100% for you and your family, as well as flex time off.
• Wethrive in ourwork-hard, play-hardenvironment. Bring your bike or running shoesifyou’dlike orjust be ready to enjoy a fun office outing.Weenjoytime inside the office and out!

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability, or other legally protected status.