Quality Incoming Inspector 3 - Mechanical

DIRECT SALES, US; Marlboro (MA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Hologic, Marlborough, MA, is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician III/Incoming Inspector – Mechanical for full-time, onsite work. The role focuses on advanced incoming, dimensional, and mechanical inspections to ensure materials meet quality and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include performing inspections, developing CMM/vision inspection programs, reviewing drawings with GD&T, and supporting MRB and continuous improvement in a regulated medical-device environment.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of quality inspection experience in regulated manufacturing.
• Experience with CMMs and Vision Systems.
• Knowledge of GD&T and blueprint interpretation.
• Experience in cGMP environments and medical devices is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming inspections of raw materials and components to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards.
• Use advanced metrology tools including CMMs, Vision Systems/OGP, height gauges, micrometers, surface plates, and other precision measuring equipment.
• Create, modify, and optimize CMM and Vision System inspection programs using PC-DMIS and CALYPSO.
• Review engineering drawings and apply GD&T principles during inspections.
• Conduct first article, in-process, special, and incoming inspections.
• Identify, document, and support resolution of nonconforming materials, including MRB activities.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and support product release activities.
• Ensure compliance with GDP, cGMP, and quality system requirements.
• Support manufacturing quality, documentation control, equipment calibration, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

CMMs operation

Vision Systems/OGP

GD&T interpretation

Documentation/recordkeeping

Independent work

Tools

PC-DMIS

CALYPSO

Oracle

Agile

Job description

This is a full-time, onsite role in Marlborough MA, 7:00am-3:30pm

The Quality Assurance Technician III/Incoming Inspector – Mechanical will perform advanced incoming, dimensional, and mechanical inspections to ensure materials and components meet Hologic’s quality, regulatory, and manufacturing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming inspections of raw materials and components to ensure compliance with Hologic quality and regulatory standards.
• Use advanced metrology tools including CMMs, Vision Systems/OGP, height gauges, micrometers, surface plates, and other precision measuring equipment.
• Create, modify, and optimize CMM and Vision System inspection programs using PC-DMIS and CALYPSO.
• Review engineering drawings and apply GD&T principles during inspections.
• Conduct first article, in-process, special, and incoming inspections.
• Identify, document, and support resolution of nonconforming materials, including MRB activities.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and support product release activities.
• Ensure compliance with GDP, cGMP, and quality system requirements.
• Support manufacturing quality, documentation control, equipment calibration, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of mechanical inspection methods and precision measurement techniques.
• Understanding of GD&T principles and blueprint/engineering drawing interpretation.
• Knowledge of regulated manufacturing environments, preferably medical device manufacturing.
• Familiarity with cGMP, GDP, and quality system requirements.
• Knowledge of inspection documentation, nonconformance processes, and MRB support.
• Preferred knowledge of Oracle, Agile, and quality certification practices such as ASQ CQT.

Skills

• Proficient in operating CMMs, Vision Systems/OGP, and manual inspection tools.
• Ability to create, edit, and optimize inspection programs using PC-DMIS and CALYPSO.
• Strong dimensional inspection and troubleshooting skills.
• Accurate documentation and recordkeeping skills.
• Ability to identify and document nonconforming materials.
• Strong technical drawing interpretation and GD&T application skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Preferred machining or machinist skills.

Behavior

• Detail-oriented and quality-focused.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Collaborative with manufacturing, engineering, quality, and cross-functional teams.
• Proactive in troubleshooting inspection setups and improving inspection processes.
• Committed to compliance, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Reliable and comfortable working onsite in a structured manufacturing environment.

Experience

• Minimum of 6 years of quality inspection experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Preferred experience in the medical device industry.
• Hands-on experience with CMMs and Vision Systems.
• Experience creating or modifying inspection programs is preferred.
• Experience working in a cGMP-regulated environment.
• Preferred experience with Oracle, Agile, machining, and ASQ Certified Quality Technician certification.

Why join Hologic?

We are committed to making Hologic the destination for top talent. For you to succeed, we want to enable you with the tools and knowledge required and so we provide comprehensive training when you join as well as continued development and training throughout your career.

The annualized base salary range for this role is $58,100 - $87,200 and is bonus eligible. Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on factors including relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, education, business needs and market demand.

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