Quality Control Inspector I

About the role

The QC Inspector I will play a vital role in ensuring the quality and safety of products in either manufacturing or distribution environments. Responsible for inspecting materials, components, and/or finished products to ensure they meet established quality standards. This role involves conducting visual and measurement tests, documenting findings, and reporting any defects or discrepancies. This role will work closely with production or distribution teams to identify and resolve quality issues, contributing to the overall improvement of processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections on incoming materials, in-process items, and/or finished products.
• Document inspection results and maintain accurate records.
• Use measurement tools and equipment to test and verify product dimensions and specifications.
• Identify and report defects, deviations, and non-conformities.
• Collaborate with respective production or distribution teams to address quality issues, implement corrective actions, or determine disposition of product.
• Assist in the development and implementation of quality control procedures and standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and efficiency.
• Assess inbound damaged finished goods and repackage.
• Support various tasks including inventory stock checks, recall stock verifications, handling deviations, relabeling, product rework, pedigree verification, and other assigned projects.
• May be required to operate powered material handling equipment.
• Read and interpret instructions, blueprints, and other documents.
• Comply with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Quality Systems, OSHA guidelines, and Medline’s rules and regulations.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Skills

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
• Attention to detail
• Vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction and fractional to decimal conversions
• Ability to work in hot and cold environments
• Ability to sit, walk or stand for prolonged periods, with frequent twisting and bending
• Ability to work in PPE or company issued gowns for prolonged periods
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to prioritize quickly in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to process all relevant details, understand and prioritize their importance and draw concise conclusions
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to apply basic knowledge of quality regulations such as GMP, GDP, ISO, or 21CFR 820, 210‑211

Qualifications

Previous experience with powered warehouse equipment preferred.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) contributions
• Paid time off
• For employees working 30+ hours/week: full benefits package; for <30 hours/week: 401(k) contributions, paid time off, access to Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and Employee Service Corp.

Pay

$18.50 – $26.75 hourly (actual salary varies based on location, education, experience, skills, and abilities; not less than applicable minimum wage).

Schedule

Monday‑Friday, 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM.