What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Control Inspector I position at Artivion?
Company Overview
Headquartered in suburban Atlanta, Georgia, Artivion, Inc. is a medical device company focused on developing simple, elegant solutions that address cardiac and vascular surgeons’ most difficult challenges in treating patients with aortic diseases. Our Austin facility comprises a diverse team, including quality engineers, sustaining engineers, production associates, IT professionals, and various other experts dedicated to supporting the production of our On-X Mechanical Heart Valves. Artivion has over 1,400 employees worldwide with sales representation in over 100 countries. The Company has manufacturing facilities located in Atlanta, Georgia, Austin, Texas and Hechingen, Germany. Additionally, it has sales and distribution offices in various countries throughout Europe, Asia, and South America. For additional information about Artivion, visit our website, www.artivion.com.
(Monday-Friday 7am-4pm
Position Description:
The Quality Control Inspector will review device history records & document their work on the DHR. Inspect components utilizing inspection equipment. Visually and dimensionally inspect for conformance to specification while following written guidelines.
Responsibilities:
- Perform visual and dimensional inspection on components and subassemblies utilizing various precision equipment.
- Perform quarantine and receiving inspection of incoming raw materials, controlled manufacturing materials, machined components, labeling instrumentation, and packaging materials. Inspect for conformance to specifications.
- Verify all equipment used is currently calibrated if required.
- Review processing and inspection data for completeness of operations, accuracy of data, traceability of product and materials, and disposition of non-conforming product.
- Using your judgement, interface with other department personnel to clarify, collaborate, and/or correct the information provided, and to solicit required information.
- Maintain documentation of all functions.
- Utilize electronic systems to maintain training records.
- Monitor and maintain processing materials and equipment.
- Verify all equipment used is currently calibrated if required.
Other responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:
- 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferred
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Reading and understanding written data and instruction
- Good or corrected eyesight for visual inspection and microscope use
- Good manual dexterity for handling small parts
- Ability to tolerate use of acetone and reagent alcohol
- Organized work habits and attention to detail is a must
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Required to read, write and speak English with good command of the language, follow verbal and written instructions and use simple math
- Basic computer skills including at minimum, be adept in use of MS Office, internet, and electronic mail
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret written instructions
- Previous experience with quality systems is desirable
