Quality Control Technician

Clarapath•Hawthorne, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Clarapath is a medical robotics company based in Westchester County, NY, dedicated to transforming and modernizing laboratory workflows. Our mission is to improve patient care by increasing efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing the quality and consistency of laboratory processes. Our portfolio includes SectionStar® and TrimStar Pro®, innovative electro-mechanical systems designed to automate and elevate critical steps in the histology workflow. SectionStar® delivers high-quality, consistent tissue sections, while TrimStar Pro® streamlines and standardizes the trimming process - together enabling laboratories to operate with greater precision, throughput, and reliability. At Clarapath, we bring together experts across engineering, data science, robotics, healthcare innovation, and laboratory operations. Our R&D team drives innovation, product enhancements, and a strong pipeline of new solutions, while our manufacturing team oversees production and quality control at our ISO-certified facility. Also based in our New York headquarters are our sales, marketing, administrative, and service teams, who work closely together to ensure every customer receives a seamless, personalized experience at every touchpoint. The Quality Control Technician will play a key role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and consistency of Clarapath’s advanced SectionStar® and TrimStar Pro® platforms. This individual will support quality control activities throughout the product lifecycle, including incoming inspection, in-process and final inspection, testing, documentation, and identification of nonconfor mances. Working closely with manufacturing, mechanical, electrical, software, engineering, and quality teams, the Quality Control Technician will help ensure products and components meet established specifications, drawings, procedures, and quality standards. We are seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, takes pride in maintaining high standards of quality, and is passionate about supporting the development of innovative medical device and robotics technologies that improve laboratory workflows and patient outcomes.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
1–3 years of experience in quality control, manufacturing, inspection, or a related technical environment preferred
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions
Experience using precision measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and similar inspection equipment
Strong attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies or defects
Basic understanding of manufacturing and quality control principles
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office or similar tools
Strong organizational and documentation skills
Ability to accurately record inspection and test results
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams
Comfortable working in a hands-on manufacturing and laboratory environment

Nice To Haves

Technical degree or certification in manufacturing, engineering technology, quality, or a related field, a plus
Experience working with mechanical, electrical, or electromechanical products preferred
Familiarity with ISO 13485 or other regulated quality systems, a plus.
Experience in medical device, aerospace, robotics, or other regulated manufacturing environments, a plus.
Familiarity with nonconformance, CAPA, root cause analysis, or corrective action processes, a plus
Experience with inspection documentation or quality management systems, a plus

Responsibilities

Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of components, assemblies, and finished products
Inspect parts and assemblies against engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and established quality standards
Use precision measurement equipment such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other inspection tools
Perform functional and quality testing of mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical assemblies
Document inspection and test results accurately and maintain required quality records
Identify, document, and communicate nonconforming materials, components, and assemblies
Support nonconformance investigations and assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions
Work closely with Manufacturing and Engineering to resolve quality issues and prevent recurrence
Assist with first article inspections and inspection activities associated with new or modified products
Verify that manufacturing processes are being performed in accordance with approved procedures and work instructions
Support calibration and maintenance of inspection and measurement equipment
Assist with maintaining inspection procedures, checklists, and other quality documentation
Review manufacturing documentation for completeness and accuracy
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on product quality, process consistency, and manufacturing efficiency
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe inspection and work environment
Support quality activities associated with product builds, engineering verification, and production releases
Assist with audits and other Quality Management System activities as needed