Senior Inspector, Pilot

Edwards Lifesciences•Irvine, CA

17d

About The Position

The Senior Inspector supports manufacturing and production activities by following established procedures and guidance. The role performs visual, dimensional, and functional inspections of components and finished medical device products, as well as functional testing of finished devices, to ensure conformance with design specifications. The Senior Inspector works independently at high productivity levels, records traceable information in device history records, may enter information into JDE, and verifies manufacturing documents against component and device drawings, potentially using Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing methodologies. The role may train and coach colleagues, inspect their work, demonstrate correct approaches, and fill in for the Lead as needed. Regular attendance and working a full eight-hour or longer work period are expected.

Requirements

Four years of related experience in the electronics or medical device industry.
Ability to read, comprehend, write, and speak English.
Good computer skills, including working knowledge of manufacturing software.
Pass a basic English skills assessment.

Nice To Haves

Ability to use applicable tools and equipment, with hand-eye coordination and high manual dexterity.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to convey training in methodologies and procedures.
Full understanding of applicable inspection procedures, including the ability to contribute to procedure development.
Proficiency in production inspection techniques.
Ability to clearly describe nonconformance issues and enter them into QMS.
Ability to program and contribute to the validation of automated test equipment.
Ability to work in a team environment with minimum supervision, follow detailed work instructions, and fill in for the Lead as needed.
Ability to effectively provide and accept feedback from colleagues and follow through on product defect resolution.

Responsibilities

Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections of components and finished medical device products using applicable tools and equipment.
Perform functional testing of finished medical device products using automated and manual valve testing equipment.
Follow established work instructions and SOPs, and record traceable information on device history records; may enter information into JDE.
Verify manufacturing documents against component and device drawings, which may include Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing methodologies.
Train colleagues from other sites, including inspecting their work.
Coach and train lower-level employees, demonstrate and evaluate correct work approaches, and fill in for the Lead as needed.
Maintain on-time arrival, regular attendance without excessive absenteeism, and work a full eight-hour or longer period.
Propose changes to work assignments or station setups to maintain smooth workflow.
Provide and accept feedback, communicate product defects, and follow through to establish resolution.
Follow company rules and requirements, including Environmental Health and Safety rules, and take measures to prevent injury and pollution.