Quality Control Specialist I - 2nd Shift bei Mesa Labs

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference? At Mesa Labs we’re passionate about protecting the vulnerable by enabling scientific breakthroughs, ensuring product integrity, increasing patient and worker safety, and improving quality of life around the world.

At Mesa Labs we offer competitive wages, including bonus opportunity, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Base Compensation Range: $20/hr - $22/hr plus 10% differential for swing shift

This position is eligible for an annual 10% bonus opportunity in addition to the base salary

Outstanding Benefits and Perks:

We are proud to offer a variety of benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees:

• Eligible for benefits the first day of the month after you start
• Tiered Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance options
• Health savings (HSA), healthcare & dependent care flexible spending (FSA) accounts
• Company paid short term and long-term disability (unless covered by a state disability plan)
• Company paid life insurance and AD&D
• 3 weeks of accrued vacation time; accruals begin on Day 1
• Paid sick leave of 48 hours per calendar year
• Eligible employees may receive four (4) weeks paid Care Giver leave after 1 year of service or in accordance with state leave laws
• 401(k) plan that provides a 4% Safe Harbor company match on a 4% employee contribution that begins on Day 1
• Employee Wellness and Financial Assistance Resources through Cigna and NY Life
• Nine (9) paid company holidays per year
• Overtime opportunities

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Job Summary

A Quality Control Specialist I is responsible for ensuring that manufactured products meet quality standards and specifications. They play a critical role in maintaining high levels of precision and accuracy in the production process.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Perform detailed inspections on manufactured parts, components, or finished products to ensure they meet predetermined specifications, industry standards, and customer requirements.
• Utilize a variety of precision measuring instruments, such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, optical comparators, and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), to accurately measure and verify dimensions, tolerances, and other critical features.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports, documenting non-conformities, deviations, and discrepancies from specifications. Communicate findings to appropriate personnel and collaborate on implementing corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001). Identify areas for process improvement and contribute to the development and implementation of quality control procedures.
• Work closely with production personnel, engineers, machine shop and quality assurance teams to resolve quality-related problems, provide guidance on quality standards, and promote a culture of continuous improvement.
• Stay updated on industry advancements, inspection techniques, and emerging technologies. Share knowledge and best practices with colleagues to enhance overall inspection capabilities.
• Additional tasks as assigned by management

Experience/Education

• High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 5 years related experience; technical or vocational certifications in precision inspection or quality assurance are advantageous. (OR Associates Degree with a minimum of 3 years related experience)
• Proven experience as a precision inspector or a related quality control role.

Knowledge and Skillsets Required

• Strong knowledge of precision measurement instruments and their usage.
• Familiarity with quality management systems and quality assurance practices.
• Understanding of technical drawings, blueprints, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) principles.
• Proficient in using computerized inspection tools and software applications.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work with precision.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills to convey inspection results and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks efficiently.
• Understanding of industry-specific regulations and standards (e.g., ISO 9001)
• Experience in Metrology

Mesa Labs is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Mesa Labs prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment against applicants or employees based on age, race, sex, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, disability, military status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. Please note that Mesa Labs conducts criminal background checks upon offer acceptance.