Quality Inspector - 2nd Shift

Schedule: Tuesday-Friday, 4pm-2am

SUMMARY OF POSITION: Responsible to support the manufacture of surgical instruments, implantable components, or cases and trays. Responsible to perform receiving, in-process, or final inspections as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for utilizing aptitude in measurement techniques, metrology, and blueprint reading and verify operators are accurately measuring and recording dimensions on IP sheets or other documentation.
• May perform first article and first piece approval for operators.
• Perform and assist in developing internal and external corrective action responses.
• Perform inspection duties, as required.
• Support quality improvement and cost savings initiatives, as required.
• Assist the supervisor, Quality Inspector II, and Quality Engineer, as required.
• Assist in other production areas, as needed.
• Be able to meet the visual acuity requirements (shades of color and color blindness).
• Be able to meet the requirements of the vision screening test (eye chart).
• Once employee demonstrates competency in position, he/she may be required to train others in similar roles.

EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent. Post-secondary education a plus. Basic knowledge of inspection methodology. Proficiency in blueprint reading. A minimum of 1-2 years in a manufacturing environment. Previous quality experience preferred. Attainment or future attainment of an ASQ CQI certification preferred.

SKILLS: Good interpersonal skills and the ability to cultivate and maintain cooperation from others. The ability to use inspection equipment such as micrometers, calipers, gage blocks, and pin gages. Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills. Basic computer skills. Attention to detail required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required throughout the workday to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch; talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to see print in various sizes and formats. May be required to climb stairs. Must regularly be able to pull and push up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Work environment: Work performed in a production environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time (for Maintenance & Receiving only). The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high, in some areas.

Paragon Medical is committed to maintaining an inclusive, safe, and respectful working environment for all employees, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnic background, gender, gender identity, national origin, race, religious belief, affectional or sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, citizenship or impending citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Employees should be able to work and learn in a safe yet stimulating atmosphere and Paragon Medical will not tolerate intimidating, hostile, abusive, or offensive behaviors in our workplace. Paragon does not condone such conduct, which will be considered harassment or inappropriate conduct and is strictly prohibited.

Education

• High School or better