Quality Inspector

Novanta • Bedford, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Novanta is a global company that creates engineered components and sub-systems for mission-critical applications in healthcare and advanced manufacturing. They are looking for a Quality Inspector to perform basic visual, dimensional, and/or functional inspection of parts. The role involves compiling and maintaining inspection records, managing customer returns (RMAs) in the ERP system, performing inventory transactions, coordinating with customer care teams, preparing RMA repairs for shipping, performing cycle counting, and executing internal MRB rework. The position also requires proactively seeking productivity improvements and discussing technical issues with management and engineering staff. The Quality Inspector will be responsible for planning their own work schedule based on material requirements and skills.

Requirements

• One (1) to two (2) years related experience
• High school, trade school or equivalent
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Familiar with data entry and basic computer skills
• Must be able to communicate effectively with peers and superiors
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Proficient in the use of mechanical inspection equipment including calipers, micrometers, indicators, surface plate techniques, air gage, go/no go gages, and other mechanical inspection equipment
• Willing to work within the prescribed procedures
• Positive attitude, willingness to work with peers
• Displays a high moral and business code of conduct
• Respectful of peers, subordinates, and supervisors

Responsibilities

• Perform basic mechanical inspection of parts
• Compile and maintain inspection records
• Receive customer’s returns (RMA) in the ERP system
• Perform inventory material transactions in the ERP system
• Execute diverse tasks including inventory material transfers, coordination with the regional Customer Care teams (US, EMEA and Japan), and provide information of RMA’s status
• Review and prepare RMA repairs or replacements for shipping to customers
• Perform cycle counting as required
• Performs internal MRB rework as required
• Proactively seek productivity improvement opportunities
• Discuss technical problems encountered with manager, engineering staff, or purchasing staff
• Ability to plan own work schedule based on material requirements and skillset possessed

Benefits

• Full range of medical benefits
• Financial benefits
• Other benefits to make quality of life better

What This Job Offers

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