Assoc Inspector (1st Shift)

Innovation starts from the heart. Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. With millions of patients served in over 100 countries, each team makes a meaningful contribution by improving patient outcomes and discovering lasting solutions for unmet patient needs. Our Associate Inspector position is a unique career opportunity that could be your next step towards an exciting future.

Performs inspector work to support manufacturing/production activities, following established procedures and guidance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspection of components and/or finished medical device products using a wide variety of tools and equipment such as magnifying lamp, microscope, vision inspection system, etc. to ensure conformance with design specifications
• Perform functional testing of finished medical device products using both automated and manual valve testing equipment to ensure conformance with design specifications
• Review, follow and perform job functions in compliance with established work instructions and adherence with SOPs, including recording traceable information on device history records and may enter information into JDE.
• Perform verification of manufacturing documents with component and device drawings
• May control inventory to ensure appropriate storage conditions and movement
• May train colleagues from other sites, including inspection of their work output
• Other incidental duties: General work area housekeeping
  
  

Education and Experience:

H.S. Diploma Or Equivalent. No Previous Related Experience Required.

Additional Skills:

• Ability to use applicable tools and equipment, hand eye coordination, and high manual dexterity
• Basic level of understanding of inspection procedures
• Ability to effectively provide and accept feedback from colleagues
• Good communication skills
• Due to the specific duties of this job, you must be able to read, comprehend, write, and speak English
• Basic computer skills, preferred
• Strict attention to detail
• Adhere to Edwards Environmental Health and Safety and Quality guidelines as they relate to department clean room medical device manufacturing
• Must be able to work with minimum supervision
• Work in a Team environment
• Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control
  
  

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.