Quality Inspector - Supplier Assurance (Finance)

About Us:

How many companies can say they've been in business for over 177 years?!

Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!

What's the role?

The Quality Inspector is responsible for effectively inspecting and verifying the quality and quantity of the products purchased. This role ensures that all incoming goods meet the specified standards and requirements as per the purchase orders and that any discrepancies are documented. Addressing supplier-related issues promptly, thoroughly and in compliance with company policy and evaluating the supplier's corrective actions for sustainable failure prevention, so that production is supplied with conforming material.

Sound Interesting?

Here's what you'll do:

Quality Compliance

• Ensure that all incoming goods adhere to relevant company's quality management system and procedures
• Ensure that all non-conformities detected are managed in compliance with relevant company procedures
• Ensure that the records generated in incoming goods inspection are detailed, comprehensible, up-to-date and are archived according to specified company requirements.
• Participation in supplier audits as a technical expert.

Quality Assurance

• Responsible for the execution of incoming inspection and first article inspection activities
• Revision of inspection instructions in consultation with technical experts
• Maintain records of inspection results, document and report any discrepancies, defects or non-conformities identified during inspections (e.g. recording of supplier complaints into the ERP system)
• Independently select the appropriate test environment, methods, equipment, etc. for the inspections (if not defined)
• Maintain and communicate KPI's from incoming goods inspection and take actions as needed

Managing Supplier Non-Conformities

• Responsible for the implementation, execution and improvement of non-conforming material management activities related to suppliers
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of all supplier complaints, investigations, and resolutions in the complaints management system.
• Work closely with internal teams and suppliers to address quality issues, drive root cause analyses, and ensure timely and effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
• Maintain open and transparent communication with suppliers throughout the complaint handling process

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of Supplier Quality Processes and implement the process improvements (e.g. comparison of measurement methods).
• Collaborate effectively with relevant internal departments such as purchasing, production, Quality and R&D to increase quality of purchased products (e.g. in LCM, Change Controls, CAPAs,...)
• Participate in professional development opportunities to maintain and enhance knowledge and skills related to supplier quality

Do you qualify?

• HS Diploma or equivalent; Associates a plus
• Certification in quality control or assurance in the field of optics, mechanics, electronics or pharmaceutical preferred.
• 2+ years in incoming goods inspection or quality assurance
• 2+ years in complaint handling (preferably in the medical device, pharmaceutical, or healthcare industry)
• Basic computer skills including proficiency in MS Office Products (Outlook, Word and Excel).
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, to effectively communicate with internal teams and suppliers.
• Detail oriented, excellent record keeping and documentation skills.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is;

Occasionally exposed to: fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.

The noise level in the work environment can be loud. The temperature in the environment is not temperature controlled.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Light to moderate physical effort required:

Must be able to regularly lift and /or move up to 5-15 pounds.

Frequently required to stand

Regularly required to walk

Repetitive use of hands; simple grasping, controlled grasping and fine manipulation

Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. The core hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., 40 hours per week. This position's responsibilities may occasionally extend beyond standard hours to meet organizational needs.

The hourly pay range for this position is $24.00 - $30.00.

The pay offered for this role may be influenced by factors such as job location, scope of role, qualifications, education, experience, & complexity/specialization/scarcity of talent.

This position is eligible for a Performance Bonus.

ZEISS also offers robust benefits, including medical plans, retirement savings plan and paid time off.

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:
Christina Choing

Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizen status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (includes childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic predisposition, carrier status, gender expression or identity, including transgender identity, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates, including relatives and friends).