The Quality Control Inspector I will be responsible for:· Executing Quality Control processes associated with purchased product, production, supplier quality and departmental calibration and maintenance. · Inspection of purchased parts and assemblies used to manufacture Luminex products. The Quality Control Inspector is responsible for overseeing and assuring calibration and maintenance of measuring and monitoring instruments, maintaining IQC laboratory supplies, maintaining the integrity and cleanliness of the QC work area, and supporting continuous process improvement projects. Perform cross-functional job duties as necessary. Communicate supplier quality to internal and external parties as required. · Driving continuous improvement projects including the development of department inspection methods. They will drive resolutions to address audit observation, non-conformances, corrective actions, and customer complaints. They will also drive resolutions to address Supplier Quality issues. · Occasional supplier interactions as well as frequent intra-department and inter-department interfaces with Quality Assurance, Instrument Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials and Production Planning, Purchasing, Shipping, and Document Control. What you will do Process purchased materials for release. Take ownership and assist in core QC functions and associated activities relating to Incoming Product Control. Fulfill individual and departmental CAPP objectives Assist and document the investigation and resolution of problems initiated through non-conformances, corrective action, customer complaints, and/or audit findings. Maintain cleanliness and integrity of facilities and working areas. Lead and assist with departmental document change control and engineering change control activities, monitor and assess impact of procedural and engineering change releases. Lead and assist in development of test methods and inspection plans. Assist in Material Review Board activities including: perform cycle count; perform inventory transfers; perform Oracle transactions; confirm field and production floor non-conformances. Lead and assist in continuous improvement projects. Conduct applicable departmental and interdepartmental training. Interface with other departments and participate in meetings as required. Assist in validations of test methods, equipment, processes. Drive the resolution of audit findings, observations, and recommendations. Drive scheduling of day to day processes; ensure timely and accurate turnaround. Assist in data analysis and reporting of department metrics as required. Assist in the development and improvements of incoming inspection methods, inspection plans, and test fixtures. Assist with departmental obligations for product design and development, design transfer, and market phases. Perform First Article Inspections of Alpha, Beta and Market Release products. Assist in core Final QC functions and associated activities relating to Intermediate and Finished Product Control. Process intermediate and finished products for release Document non-conformances Assist in continuous improvement projects. Assist in the resolution of audit findings, observations, and recommendations Assist in the investigation and resolution of problems initiated through non-conformances, corrective action, or customer complaints. Ensure personal compliance and facilitate department compliance with the Quality System and Health and Safety policies. Other duties as assigned. Education Qualifications Associate's Degree Associate’s degree in a technical field preferred H.S. Diploma HS diploma or equivalent required required Experience Qualifications 3 Years 3 years relevant work experience or training. required 5 Years 5 years related experience without Associate's degree. required Standard Working Conditions Standing - Occasionally Stooping - Occasionally Bending - Occasionally Climbing - Occasionally Sitting - Occasionally Kneeling - Occasionally Lifting of at least 40lbs - Occasionally Travel Requirements 0% Travel not required