Quality Assurance Specialist

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. #J-18808-Ljbffr