Receiving Quality Inspector

Life. Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

Join our growing team as a Receiving/Quality Inspector in Maple Plain, MN, USA. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring incoming materials meet the quality standards required to support patient safety, product excellence, and operational success. Working closely with Operations, you will help maintain the highest standards of quality and compliance while supporting the continued growth of our business.

What will you be doing?

• Perform receiving inspection activities for incoming materials, components, and subassemblies.
• Inspect materials against drawings, specifications, and quality requirements using appropriate measurement tools.
• Review inspection results and ensure proper identification, segregation, acceptance, or rejection of materials.
• Support the timely release of materials to production while maintaining compliance with quality procedures.
• Identify and document nonconforming materials in accordance with established processes.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and audit ready inspection records.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and compliant inspection environment.
• Provide support across other operational areas when required.

What will you need to be successful?

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical or vocational training in a related field is preferred
• 2+ years of experience in quality or receiving inspection within a medical device or other regulated industry.
• Understanding of FDA 21 CFR Part 820 and ISO 13485 requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience using inspection methodologies, sampling plans, and measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and vision systems.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, communication skills, and a collaborative approach to teamwork.

The anticipated base compensation range for this position is $50,000-$75,000 USD annually. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role at Smith + Nephew.  Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.  

In addition to base pay, we provide competitive bonus and benefits, which include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k, tuition reimbursement, medical leave programs, and a variety of wellness offerings.

You. Unlimited.
We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.

• Inclusion and Belonging: Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging. Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website.
• Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Purchase Plan, Tuition Reimbursement.
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day.
• Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program.
• Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (for most professional roles).
• Training: Hands On, Team Customized, Mentorship.
• Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!

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