Description
At Altimate Medical, we design and manufacture innovative medical equipment that supports people living with disabilities in the complex rehabilitation space. Our products help individuals stand taller, move better, and live more independently. And we’re growing!
We operate by three commitments: Build Trust. Deliver Results with Passion. Invest for Good. These are not slogans--they guide how we design products, partner with customers, and develop our people.
AltimateMedical Inc. is hiring a Quality Assurance Specialist at our MedicalPositioning facility in Lenexa, KS.!
The QA Specialist helps maintain and improve the Quality Management System (QMS) to meet FDA and ISO standards. They handle product inspections (incoming and finished), manage equipment calibration, and address non-conforming materials. The role also supports key quality processes like CAPA, audits, and complaints, while collaborating across teams to ensure product quality and regulatory compliance.
Inspection & Product Quality
· Perform final inspection of finished products to ensure conformance to specifications and cleanliness requirements
· Conduct incoming receiving inspection of purchased components and materials
· Maintain accurate and complete inspection records
· Collaborate with Operations and Product Support to address quality issues and improve customer satisfaction
Nonconforming Material
· Identify, document, and control nonconforming materials
· Review and maintain nonconforming material reports (NCMRs)
· Support supplier corrective action requests and collaborate with suppliers on quality issues
· Assist in ensuring proper identification, traceability, handling, storage, and distribution of products
Calibration & Equipment Management
· Manage calibration program for inspection and test equipment
· Schedule and perform verification activities
· Support investigation and resolution of equipment discrepancies
· Coordinate calibration and maintenance activities with Operations and Product Development
Data Analysis & Continuous Improvement
· Collect, analyze, and report quality data and metrics to support QMS effectiveness and identify trends.
· Prepare data for Management Review (MR) and Quality Steering Team (QST) meetings
· Identify opportunities for continuous improvement across processes and systems
Other Duties
· Perform additional responsibilities as assigned
Requirements
· High school diploma preferred.
· Minimum 2+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
· Minimum 2+ years’ experience working within an ISO certified Quality Management System.
· Detail oriented
· Ability to follow procedures and apply to MPI products and processes
· Ability to handle multiple projects/tasks
· Ability to read and follow product design prints
· Communication skills – oral and written
· Flexibility
· Ability to trouble shoot and solve problems
· Ability to work independently.
· Ability to work individually and as part of a team
· Ability to work with teams in multiple locations
· Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn other software
· Thorough product and process knowledge (internal training will be provided)
· Knowledge on use of common hand/power tools and measuring devices
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
· Lift up to 25 pounds.
· Ability to sit and use computer most of the workday.
Summary
We offer a competitive hourly rate paid bi-weekly within the $24.00 to $27.20 range, based on experience and qualifications, along with annual bonus and profit-sharing opportunities tied to performance.
Beyond pay, our market-leading benefits are designed to support your wellbeing. These include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability coverage. We also provide a health savings account with company match, a retirement plan with employer contributions through Vanguard, and access to the Granite Assistance Fund for support when it’s needed most. We value time for rest and personal growth, offering generous paid time off, including volunteer time off and paid holidays.