Quality Control Inspector II

Medline Industries, LP; Minnesota; On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Medline Industries, LP is seeking a QC Inspector II to oversee quality projects at the distribution center. You will help investigate held finished goods, manage holds/releases, conduct rework, inspect materials, and document results to ensure product integrity.

Responsibilities include maintaining quality procedures, using SAP/Excel for daily reports, and ensuring compliance with GMP, GDP, and OSHA guidelines while coordinating with QA and production teams.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of QC experience in a regulated industry.
• Proficiency with powered warehouse equipment.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Basic math skills and computer use; ability to generate NCMRs/certificates; MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Apply and remove holds in the system and Q-Tag.
• Assess and repackage inbound damaged goods.
• Communicate product disposition with divisional partners.
• Maintain communication with branch personnel and divisional partners.
• Operate material handling equipment to manage inventory.
• Assist with item adjustments and other inventory tasks.
• Prioritize recalls including stock checks, deviations, relabels, and pedigree verification.
• Coordinate project/rework areas and resources.
• Maintain daily reports of held stock using SAP, Excel, and other systems.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs, GMP, GDP, OSHA and company policies.

Skills

QC experience

Attention to detail

English literacy

Math basics

MS Office

Powered equipment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Job Summary

Under minimal supervision, the QC Inspector II oversees quality projects, ensures compliance with Medline SOPs, and maintains product integrity at the distribution center. Responsibilities include investigating and documenting held finished goods, managing holds and releases, completing rework assignments, inspecting raw materials and finished goods using various methods, recording inspection results, providing product disposition, ensuring inventory control, performing final inspections, and ensuring compliance with quality procedures and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Apply and remove holds in the system and Q-Tag.
• Assess and repackage inbound damaged goods.
• Communicate with divisional partners to determine product disposition.
• Maintain communication with branch personnel and divisional partners.
• Operate material handling equipment (e.g., reach truck, order picker) to manage inventory.
• Assist with item adjustments and other inventory-related tasks.
• Prioritize and perform recall activities, including stock checks, deviations, relabels, product rework, and pedigree verification.
• Coordinate project/rework areas and resources.
• Maintain daily reports of held stock using SAP, Excel, and other systems.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs and regulations; communicate with management to address non-conformances.
• Maintain hazardous waste logs and perform weekly audits.
• Use computer systems for communication, reporting, and tracking project time.
• Recommend methods to increase efficiency.
• Ensure shipments are from licensed vendors and maintain electronic logs.
• Perform in-process and final inspections; complete inspection documentation.
• Operate test equipment and perform measurements.
• Identify defects and initiate non-conforming material reports.
• Communicate effectively with quality assurance and production groups.
• Verify and approve line start-up and equipment requirements.
• Participate in continual improvement and customer satisfaction efforts.
• Read and interpret engineering instructions and other documents.
• Comply with quality systems, GMP, GDP, OSHA, and company regulations.
• Review manufacturing/production documents to ensure accuracy.
• Perform line clearance procedures for product release.
• Review and approve Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and substitutions.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Education: Typically requires High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Certification / Licensure: At least 1 years of quality control experience in a regulated industry setting.
• Work Experience: None
• Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: Proficiency in using powered warehouse equipment.
• Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: Strong attention to detail, including the ability to read and understand labeling information, discern differences in similar products or packaging, and identify differences in character sequences (e.g., Lot, Expiration, Date of Manufacture).
• Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, and fractional to decimal conversions.
• Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: Basic computer skills, including the ability to generate Non-Conforming Material Reports (NCMRs) or certificates as necessary, and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: Ability to work in hot and cold environments.
• Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: Capability to sit, walk, or stand for prolonged periods, with frequent twisting and bending.
• Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: Ability to prioritize quickly in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: Ability to process all relevant details, understand and prioritize their importance, and draw concise conclusions.
• Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: Basic knowledge of quality regulations such as GMP, GDP, ISO, or 21CFR 820, 210-211.

Preferred Job Requirements

• Education: None
• Certification / Licensure: None
• Work Experience: At least 2 years of quality control experience in a regulated industry setting.

Salary

Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

The anticipated salary range for this position: $23.25 - $33.75 Hourly The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s location, education, experience, skills, and abilities.

Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold.

Benefits

Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average.

For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions, paid time off, as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp.

For a more comprehensive list of our benefits please click here.

Company Culture and Diversity

We’re dedicated to creating a Medline where everyone feels they belong and can grow their career.

We strive to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best.

Explore our Belonging page here.

Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer.

Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Through our culture of belonging, our agile and resilient global team is determined to get our customers exactly what they need, at the right time, every time.

If you’re a self-starter, eager to grow your career within a high-performing environment, this is the place for you.

Additional Information

Medline is the largest provider of medical-surgical products and supply chain solutions serving all points of care.

Through its broad product portfolio, resilient supply chain and leading clinical solutions, Medline helps healthcare providers improve their clinical, financial and operational outcomes.

Headquartered in Northfield, Illinois, the company employs more than 43,000 people worldwide and operates in more than 100 countries and territories.

To learn more about how Medline makes healthcare run better, visit www.medline.com.