Senior Inspector, Pilot

Edwards Lifesciences; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Edwards Lifesciences in Irvine, CA is seeking a Senior Inspector to support manufacturing/production activities by following SOPs and ensuring device conformance through visual, dimensional, and functional inspection.

You will review documentation, perform functional testing, train colleagues, and contribute to continuous improvement within a team. This role requires 4 years in electronics/medical device industry and strong English skills; there is a clear path for growth.

Qualifications

• 4 years of related experience in electronics or medical device industry.
• Ability to read, comprehend, write, and speak English.
• Proficiency with manufacturing software and systems.
• Must pass basic English skills assessment.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections using various tools to ensure conformance to design specs.
• Conduct functional testing of finished medical devices using automated and manual equipment.
• Follow SOPs and record traceable information on device history records; may enter data into JDE.
• Verify manufacturing documents against drawings and GD&T where applicable.
• Train colleagues, provide coaching, and potentially fill in for Lead; maintain regular attendance and full shift.

Skills

Electronics/medical device experience

English proficiency

Computer skills

English assessment

Tools

JDE

Job description

Make a meaningful difference to patients around the world. At Edwards Lifesciences facilities around the world, our Manufacturing teams create the tools, technologies, and devices that transform patients’ lives. As part of our sewing, assembly, delivery, and distribution teams, your attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement will help us turn innovative ideas into reality. Your purpose-driven work will help leave lasting and positive impacts on patient lives.

The Senior Inspector supports manufacturing/production activities, following established procedures and guidance.

How you'll make an impact:

• Performing visual, dimensional, and functional inspection across all components and/or finished medical device products using a wide variety of all applicable tools and equipment such as magnifying lamp, microscope, vision inspection system, etc. to ensure conformance with design specifications - working independently at the highest levels of productivity.
• Performing functional testing of finished medical device products using both automated and manual valve testing equipment to ensure conformance with design specifications.
• Reviewing, following and performing job functions in compliance with established work instructions and adherence with SOPs, including recording traceable information on device history records and may enter information into JDE.
• Performing verification of manufacturing documents with component and device drawings, which may include Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing methodologies.
• Other incidental duties assigned by leadership: Train colleagues from other sites, including inspection of their work. Provide coaching and training to lower-level employees, evaluate and demonstrate correct approach on work of other employees, able to fill-in for Lead as needed. On time arrival to work, regular attendance without excessive absenteeism, and working a full 8 hour or longer work period.
  

What you'll need (Required):

• 4 years of related experience in electronics or medical device industry
• Due to the specific duties of this job, you must be able to read, comprehend, write, and speak English.
• Good computer skills, including working knowledge of manufacturing software.
• Candidate will be required to pass basic English skills assessment.
  

What else we look for (Preferred):

• Ability to use applicable tools and equipment, hand eye coordination, and high manual dexterity.
• Strong communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills, including ability to convey training in methodology and procedures.
• Full understanding of applicable inspection procedures, including the ability to contribute to the development of procedures.
• Proficient in all inspection techniques for production inspection.
• Ability to clearly describe and convey nonconformance issues, and enter them into QMS.
• Ability to program and contribute to the validation of automated test equipment.
• Must be able to work in a team environment and with minimum supervision by following detailed work instructions and filling in for Lead as needed.
• Propose modifications to work assignments and/or station set-ups to maintain smooth workflow.
• Ability to effectively provide and accept feedback from colleagues as well as provide feedback on product defects and follow through to establish resolution.
• Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control.
  

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

For California, the base pay range for this position is $51,000 - $70,000 (highly experienced).

The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.