Quality Assurance Inspector - 2nd Shift

We're Hiring:
Quality Assurance Inspector

Location
:
Maple Grove, MN

Company
:
Peli Bio Thermal

Peli Bio Thermal offers the widest range of temperature‑controlled packaging and service solutions to the global life sciences industry. The company’s products ensure that delicate biological materials arrive intact and effective, despite exterior environments. Peli Bio Thermal is dedicated to developing innovative products designed to fulfil the complex needs of the global life sciences industry. The company’s customers benefit from its extensive expertise in ensuring that temperature stability is maintained throughout the distribution chain.

The company also offers a complete portfolio of services and software to support end‑to‑end temperature‑controlled packaging asset management.

At Peli Bio Thermal, your work has a real‑world impact. You’ll be part of a team driven by innovation, craftsmanship, and the shared belief that when the mission is critical, failure isn’t an option. If you’re ready to build something that makes a difference, be part of a team that protects what matters most.

The Quality Assurance Inspector independently inspects parts, materials, vendor supplies, and customer returns, as well as in‑process production, to ensure compliance with quality standards. They verify supplier adherence to company quality programs, issue acceptance or rejection tags, document rejected items, and route paperwork to maintain accurate purchasing, inventory, and accounting records.

• Conduct inspections on first articles, customer returns, in‑process items, and incoming materials; complete final inspections and verify staged products before shipment.
• Perform physical and visual inspections of raw materials, components, and sub‑assemblies per specifications; ensure product identification and traceability.
• Verify supplier certificates of analysis, generate certificates of conformance, and review inspection recordings from other areas.
• Support investigations of Non‑Conformance reports and assist with material setup in SAP (QM notifications, QIR codes, etc.).
• Attend operational meetings and provide concise updates on quality‑related topics; input key inspection metrics for trending and monitoring.
• Read and interpret specifications and drawings; collaborate with personnel to resolve inspection and material questions.
• Follow all quality, safety, housekeeping procedures, and company policies; perform additional duties as assigned.
• Work Schedule:
  
  Monday‑Thursday, 3:45 pm‑2:15 am (Central Time) with OT on most Fridays

• Two‑year technical degree preferred but not required; experience with quality programs (ISO, ASTM, GMP) a plus.
• General computer skills required; able to maintain accurate records and input data into Excel databases.
• Familiar with manufacturing processes, including inspection, testing, sampling, and sorting of products.
• Comfortable with basic machinery and able to learn equipment test procedures as needed.
• Able to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment, meeting deadlines and adapting to changing priorities.
• Works cooperatively with employees at all levels and actively supports Peli’s Quality and Safety objectives.
• Flexible with working hours and committed to continuous improvement.

Join a company that truly values its employees! We offer a relaxed and casual work environment, a strong commitment to giving back to communities, and a focus on employee satisfaction. With regular opportunities to share feedback with leadership and structured performance evaluations, we ensure that your voice is heard and your growth is supported.

• Competitive paid time off plans/Holiday pay/extra vacation purchase opportunities
• 401k plan – with immediate match
• Great Benefits – several options including Pet insurance for our animal lovers.
• Health Savings Account Contribution
• Wellness Discount Program
• Global Mental Wellness Program
• Quarterly Employee Celebration Days
• Peer to Peer Recognition Program
• Service Recognition Program
• Amazing employee discount program on Pelican Products, Pelican branded apparel and gear
• Employee referral program – get paid to work with your…