Quality Control Inspector I
About The Position
The QC Inspector I helps ensure product quality and safety in manufacturing or distribution environments. The role inspects materials, components, and/or finished products against established quality standards; conducts visual and measurement tests; documents findings; and reports defects or discrepancies. The inspector works with production or distribution teams to resolve quality issues and improve processes. The position may involve inspecting incoming materials, in-process items, and finished products; assessing and repackaging inbound damaged finished goods; performing inventory stock checks and recall stock verifications; handling deviations, relabeling, product rework, and pedigree verification; and supporting other assigned projects. The inspector may be required to operate powered material handling equipment and must comply with SOPs, quality systems, OSHA guidelines, and Medline rules and regulations.
Requirements
- Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
- No experience 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, deviation handling, relabeling, product rework, pedigree verification, and other assigned projects.
- Read and interpret instructions, blueprints, and other documents.
- Comply with Standard Operating Procedures, Quality Systems, OSHA guidelines, and Medline rules and regulations.
- Operate powered material handling equipment when required.
Benefits
- Competitive total rewards package.
- Continuing education and training.
- Health insurance for eligible employees.
- Life and disability benefits for eligible employees.
- 401(k) contributions.
- Paid time off.
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups, and the Employee Service Corp for employees working less than 30 hours per week.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
