Entrylevel Quality Control Inspector Jobs in Escondido, CA

Job Summary

Under minimal supervision, the QC Inspector II oversees quality projects, ensures compliance with Medline SOPs, and maintains product integrity at the distribution center. Responsibilities include investigating and documenting held finished goods, managing holds and releases, completing rework assignments, inspecting raw materials and finished goods using various methods, recording inspection results, providing product disposition, ensuring inventory control, performing final inspections, and ensuring compliance with quality procedures and company policies.

Job Description

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Apply and remove holds in the system and Q-Tag.
• Assess and repackage inbound damaged goods.
• Communicate with divisional partners to determine product disposition.
• Maintain communication with branch personnel and divisional partners.
• Operate material handling equipment (e.g., reach truck, order picker) to manage inventory.
• Assist with item adjustments and other inventory-related tasks.
• Prioritize and perform recall activities, including stock checks, deviations, relabels, product rework, and pedigree verification.
• Coordinate project/rework areas and resources.
• Maintain daily reports of held stock using SAP, Excel, and other systems.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs and regulations; communicate with management to address non-conformances.
• Maintain hazardous waste logs and perform weekly audits.
• Use computer systems for communication, reporting, and tracking project time.
• Recommend methods to increase efficiency.
• Ensure shipments are from licensed vendors and maintain electronic logs.
• Perform in-process and final inspections; complete inspection documentation.
• Operate test equipment and perform measurements.
• Identify defects and initiate non-conforming material reports.
• Communicate effectively with quality assurance and production groups.
• Verify and approve line start-up and equipment requirements.
• Participate in continual improvement and customer satisfaction efforts.
• Read and interpret engineering instructions and other documents.
• Comply with quality systems, GMP, GDP, OSHA, and company regulations.
• Review manufacturing/production documents to ensure accuracy.
• Perform line clearance procedures for product release.
• Review and approve Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and substitutions.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Typically requires High School Diploma or equivalent.

Certification / Licensure

• At least 1 years of quality control experience in a regulated industry setting.

Work Experience

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Proficiency in using powered warehouse equipment.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Strong attention to detail, including the ability to read and understand labeling information, discern differences in similar products or packaging, and identify differences in character sequences (e.g., Lot, Expiration, Date of Manufacture).
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, and fractional to decimal conversions.
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to generate Non-Conforming Material Reports (NCMRs) or certificates as necessary, and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Ability to work in hot and cold environments.
• Capability to sit, walk, or stand for prolonged periods, with frequent twisting and bending.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to prioritize quickly in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to process all relevant details, understand and prioritize their importance, and draw concise conclusions.
• Basic knowledge of quality regulations such as GMP, GDP, ISO, or 21CFR 820, 210-211.

PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

Certification / Licensure

Work Experience

• At least 2 years of quality control experience in a regulated industry setting.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

The anticipated salary range for this position:

$23.25 - $33.75 Hourly

The actual salary will vary based on applicant's location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold.

Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average. For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions, paid time off, as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp. For a more comprehensive list of our benefits please click here.

We're dedicated to creating a Medline where everyone feels they belong and can grow their career. We strive to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best. Explore our Belonging pagehere.

Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Medline Industries, LP complies with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employees (FCO) and the State of California Fair Chance Act (FCA). In accordance with the FCO and FCA, an applicant's criminal history will not result in automatic disqualification from employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment