Quality Inspection Team Leadfitchburg, MA 01420
Quality Inspection Team Lead
Are you an experienced quality professional with a passion for mechanical inspection, metrology, and continuous improvement? Do you thrive in a hands-on role where you can use your technical expertise while helping guide and support a team?
Micron Solutions is seeking an Inspection Team Lead to provide technical leadership for our Inspection team while remaining actively involved in daily inspection activities. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled inspector who enjoys solving complex quality challenges, mentoring others, and supporting the production of critical medical device and precision-manufactured components.
As a working lead, you will serve as a subject matter expert in mechanical inspection, measurement techniques, blueprint interpretation, and GD&T while collaborating closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams to ensure products meet the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Compensation
$35.00 - $42.00 per hour based on experience, qualifications, and technical expertise.
Overtime opportunities may be available based on business and production needsCompensation may exceed the posted range for exceptional candidates with extensive inspection, metrology, and regulated manufacturing experience
Why Join Micron Solutions?
Competitive pay of $35.00 - $42.00 per hourOvertime opportunities availableComprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with company matchPaid vacation and holidaysTuition reimbursement opportunitiesCareer advancement and professional developmentStable, growing medical device and precision manufacturing companyCollaborative culture focused on quality, innovation, and continuous improvement
About Micron Solutions
Micron Solutions is a multifaceted contract manufacturing organization specializing in thermoplastic injection molding, precision machining and finishing, silver-plated medical sensors for disposable electrodes, and assembly of medical device components.
From concept to commercialization, our 120,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Fitchburg, Massachusetts provides customers with comprehensive manufacturing solutions across highly regulated industries.
Position Summary
The Inspection Team Lead is a hands-on quality professional responsible for coordinating daily inspection activities and providing technical leadership to the Inspection team. This role serves as a working lead, performing mechanical inspections while helping ensure production schedules, customer requirements, and quality objectives are achieved.
This position acts as a technical resource for inspection methods, metrology, blueprint interpretation, GD&T, and quality documentation. The Inspection Team Lead also serves as a backup to the Quality Supervisor, supporting departmental continuity and day-to-day operations as needed.
What You'll Do
Coordinate daily inspection priorities and workflow to support production schedules, customer requirements, and business objectivesProvide technical guidance and mentorship to Quality Inspectors regarding inspection methods, measurement techniques, and interpretation of specifications and drawingsServe as the primary resource for inspection-related questions and quality concernsSupport training and development of inspectors on inspection equipment, procedures, and quality system requirementsPromote a culture of quality, safety, teamwork, and continuous improvementServe as a liaison between Inspection, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams to ensure effective communication and issue resolutionAct as backup to the Quality Supervisor by assisting with workflow coordination, communication of departmental priorities, escalation of quality concerns, and day-to-day team support activities during periods of absence
Perform incoming, in-process, first article, and final inspections using precision measuring equipment and established inspection methodsUtilize advanced inspection and metrology equipment, including:- Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs)
- Vision Systems
- Optical Comparators
- Micrometers
- Calipers
- Pin Gages
- Indicators and other precision measurement tools
Interpret engineering drawings, customer specifications, and GD&T requirements to verify product conformanceReview Device History Records (DHRs) and associated quality documentation for completeness, accuracy, and complianceCoordinate and support inspection activities to ensure products meet customer specifications and operational requirementsCollaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations, and Quality teams to achieve production and quality objectivesAssist in the investigation and disposition of nonconforming materials and productsParticipate in root cause investigations and CAPA activitiesMaintain accurate inspection records, reports, and quality documentationSupport new product introductions, validations, and manufacturing transfers by providing inspection and quality expertise
Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs)Vision SystemsOptical ComparatorsMicrometersCalipersPin GagesIndicators and other precision measurement tools
Identify, recommend, and support process improvement initiatives that enhance product quality, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiencyAssist in the development, review, and implementation of inspection procedures, work instructions, and quality documentationMonitor quality trends and communicate concerns, risks, and improvement opportunities to Quality leadershipSupport internal, customer, and regulatory audits and assist with corrective actionsEnsure compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, GMP, customer, and company quality system requirementsMaintain accurate quality records, databases, reports, and supporting documentation
Qualifications
What We're Looking For
High school diploma or equivalent requiredMinimum 5 years of mechanical inspection experience in a regulated manufacturing environmentAdvanced proficiency in blueprint reading and GD&T interpretationStrong hands-on experience using precision measurement and metrology equipmentExperience with CMMs, Vision Systems, Optical Comparators, and related inspection technologies - Hexagon / PC-DMIS, Keyence and Mitutoyo preferredExperience reviewing Device History Records (DHRs), quality records, and manufacturing documentationStrong problem-solving, root cause analysis, and decision-making skillsExcellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skillsAbility to lead by example and coordinate team activities without direct supervisory responsibilityProficiency with Microsoft Office applications and quality management systems
Associate degree, technical certification, or related educationMedical device manufacturing experience strongly preferredWorking knowledge of FDA Quality System Regulations (21 CFR Part 820), ISO 13485, and GMP requirementsExperience supporting audits, CAPAs, and continuous improvement initiatives
Ideal Candidate
You are a highly skilled mechanical inspector who enjoys being the technical expert others rely on for guidance. You are comfortable working in a regulated manufacturing environment, thrive on solving quality challenges, and lead through expertise, collaboration, and example.
If you're ready to take the next step in your quality career while making a meaningful impact on the manufacture of high-quality medical device components, we'd love to hear from you.
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Compensation details: 35-42 Hourly Wage
