Quality Assurance Specialist
AltimateMedical, Lenexa, KS, United States
Altimate Medical Inc. is hiring a Quality Assurance Specialist at our MedicalPositioning facility in Lenexa, KS. The QA Specialist helps maintain and improve the Quality Management System (QMS) to meet FDA and ISO standards. They handle product inspections, manage equipment calibration, address non‑conforming materials, support CAPA, audits, and complaints, and collaborate across teams to ensure product quality and regulatory compliance.
Essential Functions
Inspection & Product Quality
Perform final inspection of finished products to ensure conformance to specifications and cleanliness requirements
Conduct incoming receiving inspection of purchased components and materials
Maintain accurate and complete inspection records
Collaborate with Operations and Product Support to address quality issues and improve customer satisfaction
Nonconforming Material
Identify, document, and control nonconforming materials
Review and maintain nonconforming material reports (NCMRs)
Support supplier corrective action requests and collaborate with suppliers on quality issues
Assist in ensuring proper identification, traceability, handling, storage, and distribution of products
Calibration & Equipment Management
Manage calibration program for inspection and test equipment
Schedule and perform verification activities
Support investigation and resolution of equipment discrepancies
Coordinate calibration and maintenance activities with Operations and Product Development
Data Analysis & Continuous Improvement
Collect, analyze, and report quality data and metrics to support QMS effectiveness and identify trends
Prepare data for Management Review (MR) and Quality Steering Team (QST) meetings
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement across processes and systems
Other Duties
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned
Requirements
Education and Experience
High school diploma preferred
Minimum 2+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
Minimum 2+ years’ experience working within an ISO certified Quality Management System
Detail oriented
Ability to follow procedures and apply to MPI products and processes
Ability to handle multiple projects/tasks
Ability to read and follow product design prints
Communication skills – oral and written
Flexibility
Ability to trouble shoot and solve problems
Ability to work independently
Ability to work individually and as part of a team
Ability to work with teams in multiple locations
Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn other software
Thorough product and process knowledge (internal training will be provided)
Knowledge on use of common hand/power tools and measuring devices
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
Lift up to 25 pounds
Ability to sit and use computer most of the workday
Compensation & Benefits
We offer a competitive hourly rate paid bi‑weekly within the $24.00 to $27.20 range, based on experience and qualifications, along with annual bonus and profit‑sharing opportunities tied to performance. Beyond pay, our market‑leading benefits are designed to support your wellbeing. These include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as short‑ and long‑term disability coverage. We also provide a health savings account with company match, a retirement plan with employer contributions through Vanguard, and access to the Granite Assistance Fund for support when it’s needed most. We value time for rest and personal growth, offering generous paid time off, including volunteer time off and paid holidays.
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Essential Functions
Inspection & Product Quality
Perform final inspection of finished products to ensure conformance to specifications and cleanliness requirements
Conduct incoming receiving inspection of purchased components and materials
Maintain accurate and complete inspection records
Collaborate with Operations and Product Support to address quality issues and improve customer satisfaction
Nonconforming Material
Identify, document, and control nonconforming materials
Review and maintain nonconforming material reports (NCMRs)
Support supplier corrective action requests and collaborate with suppliers on quality issues
Assist in ensuring proper identification, traceability, handling, storage, and distribution of products
Calibration & Equipment Management
Manage calibration program for inspection and test equipment
Schedule and perform verification activities
Support investigation and resolution of equipment discrepancies
Coordinate calibration and maintenance activities with Operations and Product Development
Data Analysis & Continuous Improvement
Collect, analyze, and report quality data and metrics to support QMS effectiveness and identify trends
Prepare data for Management Review (MR) and Quality Steering Team (QST) meetings
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement across processes and systems
Other Duties
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned
Requirements
Education and Experience
High school diploma preferred
Minimum 2+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
Minimum 2+ years’ experience working within an ISO certified Quality Management System
Detail oriented
Ability to follow procedures and apply to MPI products and processes
Ability to handle multiple projects/tasks
Ability to read and follow product design prints
Communication skills – oral and written
Flexibility
Ability to trouble shoot and solve problems
Ability to work independently
Ability to work individually and as part of a team
Ability to work with teams in multiple locations
Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn other software
Thorough product and process knowledge (internal training will be provided)
Knowledge on use of common hand/power tools and measuring devices
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
Lift up to 25 pounds
Ability to sit and use computer most of the workday
Compensation & Benefits
We offer a competitive hourly rate paid bi‑weekly within the $24.00 to $27.20 range, based on experience and qualifications, along with annual bonus and profit‑sharing opportunities tied to performance. Beyond pay, our market‑leading benefits are designed to support your wellbeing. These include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as short‑ and long‑term disability coverage. We also provide a health savings account with company match, a retirement plan with employer contributions through Vanguard, and access to the Granite Assistance Fund for support when it’s needed most. We value time for rest and personal growth, offering generous paid time off, including volunteer time off and paid holidays.
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