Quality Inspector - Supplier Assurance

About Us:

How many companies can say they've been in business for over 177 years?!

Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements.

ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change.

We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology.

We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!

What's the role?

The Quality Inspector is responsible for effectively inspecting and verifying the quality and quantity of the products purchased.

This role ensures that all incoming goods meet the specified standards and requirements as per the purchase orders and that any discrepancies are documented.

Addressing supplier-related issues promptly, thoroughly and in compliance with company policy and evaluating the supplier's corrective actions for sustainable failure prevention, so that production is supplied with conforming material.

Sound Interesting?

Here's what you'll do:

Quality Compliance


* Ensure that all incoming goods adhere to relevant company's quality management system and procedures


* Ensure that all non-conformities detected are managed in compliance with relevant company procedures


* Ensure that the records generated in incoming goods inspection are detailed, comprehensible, up-to-date and are archived according to specified company requirements.


* Participation in supplier audits as a technical expert.

Quality Assurance


* Responsible for the execution of incoming inspection and first article inspection activities


* Revision of inspection instructions in consultation with technical experts


* Maintain records of inspection results, document and report any discrepancies, defects or non-conformities identified during inspections (e.g.

recording of supplier complaints into the ERP system)


* Independently select the appropriate test environment, methods, equipment, etc.

for the inspections (if not defined)


* Maintain and communicate KPI's from incoming goods inspection and take actions as needed

Managing Supplier Non-Conformities


* Responsible for the implementation, execution and improvement of non-conforming material management activities related to suppliers


* Maintain detailed and accurate records of all supplier complaints, investigations, and resolutions in the complaints management system.


* Work closely with internal teams and suppliers to address quality issues, drive root cause analyses, and ensure timely and effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)


* Maintain open and transparent communication with suppliers throughout t...