Endoscope QC Inspector

Job Description

The Endoscope QC (Quality Control) Inspector is responsible for performing detailed inspections and quality checks on medical device scopes to ensure they meet company standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications. This role involves visual and dimensional inspections, functional testing, and thorough documentation of findings. The Endoscope QC Inspector works closely with production, engineering, and quality teams to identify nonconformances, ensure corrective actions are implemented, and support continuous improvement in product quality.

Attention to detail, knowledge of inspection tools, and an understanding of medical device manufacturing standards are essential for success in this role.

Responsibilities:

• Perform thorough inspections of repaired scopes (e.g., endoscopes, arthroscopes, laparoscopes) following documented procedures and inspection criteria.
• Verify that all repairs meet manufacturer specifications, internal quality standards, and applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, ISO 13485).
• Use precision measuring tools, magnification equipment, leak testers, and optical assessment devices to evaluate repairs.
• Review repair records, test reports, and service documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Identify non-conformances or defects and document findings clearly in the quality management system (QMS).
• Collaborate with repair technicians to provide feedback on quality issues, trends, or recurring problems.
• Assist in root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) activities when quality issues arise.
• Support internal and external audits by providing inspection records and participating in audit preparation.
• Maintain calibration and proper use of inspection tools and equipment.
• Promote continuous improvement initiatives within the repair and inspection process.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or technical certification in a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in quality inspection, preferably in medical device repair, manufacturing, or similar regulated industry.
• Strong knowledge of medical device regulatory requirements (FDA, ISO 13485) is a plus.
• Familiarity with the function and components of endoscopes or similar medical equipment is highly desirable.
• Proficiency with inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, magnifiers, leak testers, and optical systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify subtle defects or nonconformities.
• Good communication skills to document findings and provide feedback to the repair team.
• Basic computer skills and experience with electronic quality management systems (QMS) or ERP systems.

Encore is a growing company of passionate medical equipment management experts who proudly serve hospitals and healthcare facilities across the United States, to ensure the highest level of safety for each patient, meeting the standards of OSHA, FDA, HSPA, AORN, AIMI, etc. We value our diversity of over 100 years total combined as a company. We believe that every device we repair contributes to better patient care, and we’re looking for driven individuals who share our commitment to excellence and innovation.

Encore is a growing company of passionate medical equipment management experts who proudly serve hospitals and healthcare facilities across the United States, to ensure the highest level of safety for each patient, meeting the standards of OSHA, FDA, HSPA, AORN, AIMI, etc. We value our diversity of over 100 years total combined as a company. We believe that every device we repair contributes to better patient care, and we’re looking for driven individuals who share our commitment to excellence and innovation.