Quality Technician - Pediatric Medical Devices QA

Boston Brace International, Inc dba OP Specialty Bracing; Wayland (IA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

OP Specialty Bracing is seeking a Quality Analyst to join our Wayland, IA team. You will perform incoming inspections, support in-process audits, and help ensure materials and products meet specifications, while maintaining accurate records.

You will collaborate with Purchasing, Production, Engineering and Quality to drive continuous improvement and supplier quality actions in a pediatric orthotics environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associate degree preferred.
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience in quality assurance, quality control, receiving, inventory, or supply chain functions preferred.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience with inspection equipment and measurement techniques.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Experience with ISO 13485, FDA regulated manufacturing, or medical device manufacturing preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming inspection of purchased components and materials.
• Conduct in-process inspections and audits to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Verify product conformity using measuring equipment, drawings, and established procedures.
• Support nonconformance investigations and material disposition activities.
• Assist with root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
• Maintain quality records and inspection documentation.
• Assist with internal and external audits and KPI reporting.
• Coordinate with suppliers on material quality and shortages.
• Work cross-functionally with Purchasing, Production, Engineering and Quality to resolve material issues.
• Identify opportunities to improve quality, delivery, inventory, and operational efficiency.

Skills

Quality inspection

Reading drawings

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

MS Office

Education

High school diploma / Associate degree preferred

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Inspection equipment

Job description

OP Specialty Bracing is seeking a Quality Analyst to join our Wayland, IA team. You will perform incoming inspections, support in-process audits, and help ensure materials and products meet specifications, while maintaining accurate records.

You will collaborate with Purchasing, Production, Engineering and Quality to drive continuous improvement and supplier quality actions in a pediatric orthotics environment.