Quality Control Inspector

CL ee3e274c dbf7 4704 97cc 31141ae84cfc; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

CL ee3e274c dbf7 4704 97cc 31141ae84cfc is seeking a Quality Control Inspector who thrives on catching details and ensuring products, materials, and documentation meet established standards in a fast-paced environment.

In this hands-on role, you will inspect items, support certifications, and maintain calibration records while collaborating with other teams to keep quality on track and respond quickly when priorities shift.

Qualifications

• Experience reading and applying complex guidelines from multiple agencies.
• Excellent attention to detail with ability to manage multiple projects.
• Strong communication for reporting and cross-functional coordination.
• Experience in quality control, manufacturing, or related environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect materials, components, labels, kits, and finished products for compliance.
• Create certificates of compliance and verify work orders and procedures.
• Quarantine non-conforming items and document findings.
• Support line clearances, label reviews, RMA processing, CAPA investigations.
• Maintain calibration records and document control in the QMS.
• Use microscopes and tensile testers to perform inspections.
• Communicate quality issues across departments and adapt to changing priorities.
• Uphold safety protocols at all times.

Skills

Attention to detail

Guideline interpretation

Cross-functional communication

Multitasking

Documentation skills

Safety compliance

Tools

Microscopes

Tensile testers

QMS software

Job description

We’re looking for a Quality Control Inspector who loves catching the details that others miss and takes pride in keeping quality on track. In this role, you’ll help ensure products, materials, and documentation meet established standards while supporting a fast-moving environment where priorities can shift quickly. If you enjoy hands-on inspection work, staying organized, and helping teams maintain high quality across the board, this could be a great fit.

Core Responsibilities

• Inspect materials, components, labels, kits, and finished products to verify compliance with quality standards, specifications, and work instructions

• Create certificates of compliance and approve or verify work orders, schedules, procedures, and related documentation

• Quarantine and maintain non-conforming materials and products, documenting findings clearly and completely

• Support line clearances, label review inspections, RMA processing, and complaint or CAPA investigation activities

• Assist with electronic QMS tickets, document control activities, and maintenance of calibrated and noncalibrated equipment records in the QMS system

• Use microscopes, tensile testers, and other laboratory tools to complete inspection and verification tasks

• Communicate quality issues across departments and help redirect focus quickly when priorities change

• Follow all safety protocols at all times and support other quality-related duties as assigned

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong ability to read, interpret, and apply detailed guidelines and requirements from multiple agencies and jurisdictions

• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects without sacrificing accuracy or urgency

• Ability to self-prioritize, stay motivated, and remain focused on required outcomes

• Clear verbal and written communication skills for reporting, documentation, and cross-functional coordination

• Ability to work effectively with people across departments and levels of the organization

• Knowledge of document control and good documentation practices

• Ability to maintain a professional, courteous, and positive approach in day-to-day work

• Comfort adapting quickly when priorities shift with little notice

Other Requirements

• Must be able to use typical office equipment including, but not limited to, telephone, fax machine, copier, and computer

• May be required to lift items up to 15 pounds in weight

• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time at a desk

• Prior experience in quality control, inspection, manufacturing, or a related environment preferred

• Familiarity with quality systems, laboratory tools, and regulated documentation practices preferred