Quality Inspector - 1st shift
Cretex Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for the medical device industry. Our customers view us as a trusted partner in injection molding, laser processing, metal stamping, and device assembly.
About the role
The Quality Inspector performs first piece, in-process inspections, and final inspections of components and assemblies per control/quality plans. The Quality Inspector will review and approve final release documentation and perform incoming inspections for received materials. This role completes appropriate quality records within company and GMP guidelines, policies, and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Inspection of injection molded parts relating to quality, appearance, and performance
- Inspection of assemblies relating to quality, appearance, and performance
- Inspection of received materials relating to quality, appearance, and performance
- Inspection and audit of final product documentation prior to release
- Determine reasons for defects
- Read and understand quality control plans, blueprints, and specifications
- Check parts dimensionally using precision testing equipment, including Tool Scope, CMM, OGP, and various other metrology tools
- Read and comply with work instructions, set up sheets, and checklists
- Accurately record and report hours worked
- Maintain an organized work area (5S) including workstations, equipment, walkways, and locker areas
- Participate in the Operational Excellence Program
- Understand and comply with Cretex professional competencies, company policies, and employee manual
- Adhere to all safety policies, including wearing personal protective equipment when required
- Support and comply with the company's Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements
- Complete all other work duties as assigned
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent degree (GED)
- Experience with measuring instruments, methods, and practices including hand tools and machine devices such as CMM and Vision Systems
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Ability to read, comprehend, follow, and document work instructions, standard operating procedures, and training documents
- Mechanical aptitude
- Dexterity and hand-eye coordination
- Attention to detail
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks
- Basic knowledge of inspection equipment use and maintenance
- Read and comprehend customer-supplied drawings and specifications
- Communicate inspection results with team members
- Manage multiple requirements and deadlines
- Quickly shift priorities in support of production inspection needs
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of ISO 9001/13485
- Quality training/certifications
Pay
USD $18.22 - USD $27.84 per hour. This pay range reflects the base hourly rate for positions within this job grade, based on market-based pay structures. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal equity, business needs, and local market conditions.
- Quality Inspector I: $18.22 - $25.53
- Quality Inspector II: $19.86 - $27.84
Schedule
1st shift - Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM.
Benefits
All Employees:
- 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution
- Onsite health clinics
- Discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service)
- Cretex University
- 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost
- Wellness program with incentives
- Employee death benefit
- Employee sick and safe leave
20+ hours per week:
- Comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers
- Dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in-network provider)
- Vision insurance
- Pre-tax health savings account
- Healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- Discretionary profit-sharing program
30+ hours per week:
- Parental Leave
- Accident and critical illness benefits
- Optional employee, spouse, and child life insurance
- Short and long-term disability
- Company-provided life insurance
- Tuition assistance programs
(Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)