Incoming Quality Assurance Inspector

Join IDEXX as an Incoming Quality Assurance Inspector and become a key player in safeguarding the quality of our materials and components. This role offers the opportunity to work across multiple facilities in Portland, Westbrook, and Scarborough, ensuring that mechanical, electrical, chemical, and biological materials meet our rigorous standards. If you have a sharp eye for detail, a passion for precision, and a drive to uphold industry-leading quality, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

What You Will Be Doing

• Conduct visual, mechanical, and functional inspections, analysis, and testing of incoming materials to ensure compliance with company specifications and industry standards.

• Utilize specialized instruments and measurement tools to evaluate a wide range of components and raw materials.

• Complete and maintain accurate documentation, including inspection records, data entry, and reports for management.

• Support audits, surveys, and certification processes by collecting and providing relevant data.

• Maintain and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); recommend and implement process improvements.

• Handle hazardous materials with care, adhering to special handling requirements.

• Travel between IDEXX facilities in Portland, Westbrook, and Scarborough to perform inspections as needed.

What You Need to Succeed

• Education & Experience

  • High School diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree or equivalent preferred.

  • Prior experience in quality assurance or inspection is beneficial.

• Skills & Abilities

  • Strong ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, and detailed instructions.

  • Proficient in operating complex measurement instruments and selecting appropriate inspection methods.

  • Excellent documentation and communication skills, both written and verbal.

  • Solid understanding of industry-standard sampling plans and inspection protocols.

  • Basic math proficiency, including fractions, decimals, percentages, and graph interpretation.

  • Skilled in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

• Physical & Environmental Requirements

  • Ability to stand, sit, reach, and perform repetitive bench work for extended periods.

  • Visual acuity including close vision, color differentiation, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

  • Must wear personal protective equipment, including steel-toe footwear.

  • Work may occur in warehouse or laboratory environments with exposure to biohazard materials.

• Work Style

  • Semi-skilled role with room for judgment and creativity within established procedures.

Why IDEXX?

We're proud of the work we do, because our work matters. Every role at IDEXX contributes to enhancing the health and wellbeing of pets, people, and livestock. With over 10,000 global team members, customers in over 175 countries, and a fast-growing industry - we're always looking for motivated and inspiring people to join us.We offer competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits. You'll be part of a double-digit growth company in a quickly growing market and we are leading the way forward with innovative products, services, and a strong focus on our customers.

Let's Pursue What Matters.

IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.

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