Final Quality Inspector Systems

Primary Function of Position:

The Final Quality Inspection (FQI) technician works under general direction follows oral and/or written instruction and performs testing processes to produce tested electro-mechanical assemblies and sub-assemblies.  This position requires a highly-motivated team player to support quality screening for surgical robotic systems instruments and accessories by simulating customer use identify potential quality issues and working cross functionally with manufacturing and quality engineering teams to correct and verify issues prior to product release.

Essential Job Duties:

• Assist NPI Engineering during new systems platform introduction
• Assist QEs in SAP data mining and reports preparation
• Manage projects and special assignments from the Management team
• Conduct training for Systems FQI and maintain training records
• Prepare quality reports and present data during engineering walkthrough
• Assist QEs and MEs in product quality investigation and root cause analysis
• Initiate lead and implement efficiency and process improvement projects
• Coordinate with cross functional teams product flow prioritization
• Execute IQ/OQ protocols for capitalized and loaner systems
• Execute PPQ and V&V protocols
• Redline QAP and other applicable work instructions
• Follows all corporate safety production procedures and regulations
• Update FQI daily test log and EOS reports origination
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

Required Skills and Experience:

• Ability to read write and understand English. Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions correspondence and memos.  Ability to write correspondence.  Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees supervisors or engineers.
• Follows all applicable work instructions and perform simulated surgical procedures utilizing a surgical robotic system and accessories.
• Proficient in use of personal computers as part of daily work including knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite.
• Working knowledge of SAP MES and Agile applications (ECO Deviations) 
• Clear understanding of product non- conformances quality notification (NCRs PLs EEs VRs) records origination and escalation process.
• Expertise in systems advanced troubleshooting diagnostic skills and systems error log analysis.
• Working knowledge of using iliad:5005 (Systems Error Log Data Base)
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Education and Training:

• High school diploma or equivalent; minimum 2 years related experience or training.

Working Conditions:

• Role is full-time onsite
• Ability to work varying shifts
• Must have ability to complete training courses
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Must be able to work with other cross-function teams such as manufacturing operation manufacturing engineer quality engineer equipment engineer and specialized role
• Overtime will be required as needed per business need or per supervisor/Manager discretion
• Must be available to travel as needed 5-10%.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor or Associate Degree Preferred
• Familiar with Lean Six Sigma concept
• Maintains an excellent attendance record in compliance with established manufacturing and quality attendance guidelines..
• Background with Intuitive System Testing Cart Bringup Testing or Mini/PFTP Testing
• Ability to multi-task

Additional Information :

Due to the nature of our business and the role please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19.  Details can vary by role.

Intuitive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity national origin color age religion protected veteran or disability status genetic information or any other status protected under federal state or local applicable laws.

Mandatory Notices

U.S. Export Controls Disclaimer:  In accordance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR 743.13(b)) some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employeeswho are nationals from countries currently on embargo or sanctions status.

Certain information you provide as part of the application will be used for purposes of determining whether Intuitive Surgical will need to (i) obtain an export license from the U.S. Government on your behalf (note: the governments licensing process can take 3 to 6 months) or (ii) implement a Technology Control Plan (TCP) (note: typically adds 2 weeks to the hiring process).  

For any Intuitive role subject to export controls final offers are contingent upon obtaining an approved export license and/or an executed TCP prior to the prospective employeesstart date which may or may not be flexible and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. If applicable candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes. 

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.

Preference will be given to qualified candidates who do not reside or plan to reside in Alabama Arkansas Delaware Florida Indiana Iowa Louisiana Maryland Mississippi Missouri Oklahoma Pennsylvania South Carolina or Tennessee.

We provide market-competitive compensation packages inclusive of base pay incentives benefits and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role as actual pay will be determined based on several factors including experience skills and qualifications. The target compensation ranges are listed.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time