Quality Control Inspector I

Medline • Glens Falls, NY

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About The Position

The Quality Control Inspector I ensures the quality and safety of products in manufacturing or distribution environments. The role inspects materials, components, and finished products against established quality standards; performs visual and measurement tests; documents findings; and reports defects or discrepancies. The inspector works with production or distribution teams to resolve quality issues and support process improvement.

The position may involve assessing and repackaging inbound damaged finished goods, performing stock checks and recall verifications, handling deviations, relabeling and product rework, and verifying product pedigree. The inspector may also operate powered material-handling equipment and must follow applicable procedures, quality systems, OSHA guidelines, and company rules.

Medline offers a competitive total rewards package, continuing education and training, and career potential in a growing worldwide organization. The anticipated pay range is $18.50–$26.75 per hour; actual pay varies based on location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. Benefits for employees working an average of 30 or more hours per week include health insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k) contributions, and paid time off. Employees working fewer than 30 hours per week receive 401(k) contributions, paid time off, and access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups, and Employee Service Corp. Medline is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive workplace.

Requirements

• Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Attention to detail.
• Vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, and fractional-to-decimal conversions.
• Ability to work in hot and cold environments.
• Ability to sit, walk, or stand for prolonged periods, with frequent twisting and bending.
• Ability to wear PPE or company-issued gowns for prolonged periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to prioritize quickly in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to process relevant details, understand and prioritize their importance, and draw concise conclusions.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to apply basic knowledge of quality regulations such as GMP, GDP, ISO, or 21 CFR 820 and 210–211.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with powered warehouse equipment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming materials, in-process items, and/or finished products.
• Document inspection results and maintain accurate records.
• Use measurement tools and equipment to test and verify product dimensions and specifications.
• Identify and report defects, deviations, and non-conformities.
• Collaborate with production or distribution teams to address quality issues, implement corrective actions, or determine product disposition.
• Assist in developing and implementing quality control procedures and standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve product quality and efficiency.
• Assess inbound damaged finished goods and repackage them.
• Support inventory stock checks, recall stock verifications, deviation handling, relabeling, product rework, pedigree verification, and other assigned projects.
• Operate powered material-handling equipment when required.
• Read and interpret instructions, blueprints, and other documents.
• Comply with Standard Operating Procedures, Quality Systems, OSHA guidelines, and Medline rules and regulations.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Life and disability coverage
• 401(k) contributions
• Paid time off
• Continuing education and training
• For employees working fewer than 30 hours per week: access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups, and Employee Service Corp.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED