Quality Inspector II (Distribution Center) - 1st Shift

SLD Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA; Tennessee; On-site; USD 45,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Medtronic is seeking a Quality Inspector to join the Neuroscience manufacturing team. You will perform incoming, in-process, final, and returned product inspections using approved procedures and drawings, ensuring product conformity and accurate documentation.

You will review device history records, acceptance criteria, and documentation, and communicate issues to stakeholders. Responsibilities include supporting Product Hold Orders, returns processing, nonconformity disposition, training

Qualifications

• Requires basic knowledge of manufacturing or supply chain procedures, systems, and tools.
• Requires 1+ years of related experience, training, or certification.
• Familiarity with quality documentation and inspection records.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, final, and returned product inspections.
• Review and verify device history records and quality acceptance criteria.
• Accept, reject, or disposition nonconforming products per procedures.
• Support PHOs, returns processing, and inventory control; assist with audits and improvements.

Skills

Quality inspections

Manufacturing processes

Documentation

Nonconforming disposition

Education

High school diploma

Tools

SAP

Measuring devices

Job description

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 2 Oct 2026 Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact.

A Day in the Life At Medtronic

At Medtronic Neuroscience, we bring innovation, expertise, and purpose together to improve outcomes and transform lives for people living with neurological, spine, and chronic pain conditions. At Medtronic CST, we bring together innovative technologies that empower surgeons and improve outcomes in complex spine and cranial procedures. Check us out on LinkedIn: Medtronic CST

Key Responsibilities

Perform incoming, in-process, final, and returned product inspections using approved procedures, specifications, drawings, blueprints, and sampling plans. Utilize measuring devices, inspection equipment, and testing tools to verify product conformity. Review and verify quality documentation, including inspection records, device history records, quality acceptance criteria, and supporting manufacturing documentation. Accept, reject, segregate, or disposition nonconforming products in accordance with established quality procedures. Support Product Hold Orders (PHOs), returns processing, return-to-vendor activities, complaint product inspections, and inventory control processes. Maintain accurate SAP inventory transactions and ensure inventory integrity within quality-controlled locations. Identify, document, and communicate quality issues, discrepancies, and nonconformances to appropriate stakeholders. Participate in quality investigations, corrective actions, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives. Support compliance with applicable regulations, standards, Medtronic Quality System requirements, and internal procedures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality concerns and support operational continuity. Assist with training, mentoring, and sharing technical knowledge with peers as needed.

Must Have

Requires basic knowledge of manufacturing or supply chain operational procedures, systems, and tools gained through experience and/or relevant training, education, or certifications. Requires 1+ years of related experience, which may include a combination of practical experience and applicable training, education, or certification. For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship

At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long‑term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.

Benefits & Compensation

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$44,800.00 - $67,200.00 This position is eligible for a short‑term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP). The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

• Health
• Dental and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance
• Long‑term disability leave
• Dependent daycare spending account
• Tuition assistance/reimbursement
• Simple Steps (global well‑being program)

• Incentive plans
• 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
• Short‑term disability
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Non‑qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
• Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico. Further details are available at the link below: Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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