Quality Control Inspector I

Medline•Laredo, TX

About The Position

The QC Inspector I ensures the quality and safety of products in manufacturing or distribution environments. The role inspects materials, components, and/or finished products against established quality standards through visual checks and measurements. It documents findings, reports defects or discrepancies, and works with production or distribution teams to address quality issues and improve processes. The inspector may also assist with quality procedures, continuous improvement activities, inbound damaged goods, inventory and recall checks, deviations, relabeling, rework, and pedigree verification.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent is typically required.
No prior work experience is required.
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 work in PPE or company-issued gowns for prolonged periods.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
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 enhance product quality and efficiency.
Assess inbound damaged finished goods and repackage them.
Support inventory stock checks, recall stock verifications, handling deviations, relabeling, product rework, pedigree verification, and other assigned projects.
Operate powered material handling equipment if required.
Read and interpret instructions, blueprints, and other documents.
Comply with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Quality Systems, OSHA guidelines, and Medline rules and regulations.