ZEISS Group

Quality Control Process Inspector I

Ontario, CA Full time

About Us:

How many companies can say they’ve been in business for over 179 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 QC Process Inspector supports Quality Assurance and Quality Control activities in compliance with FDA Quality System Regulations and ISO 13485 standards. This role is responsible for performing in-process quality audits throughout the manufacturing of intraocular lenses (IOLs) to ensure products meet established specifications and quality requirements.

This position plays a key role in monitoring manufacturing processes, identifying quality concerns, analyzing data, and supporting corrective actions related to machining, tumbling, cleanroom, and packaging operations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, quality-focused, and able to work effectively in a collaborative manufacturing environment.

Sound Interesting?

Here’s what you’ll do:

  • Monitor daily operations to ensure compliance with established procedures, specifications, and work order instructions

  • Perform in-process audits for machining, tumbling, cleanroom, and packaging operations according to approved procedures

  • Identify and report unusual quality conditions or process deviations to Quality Management

  • Initiate NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports) for non-conforming products, out-of-specification processes, and process failures

  • Assist Operations Group Leaders and Machine Operators with in-process inspections, corrective actions, and compliance activities

  • Verify equipment calibration according to established procedures and schedules

  • Ensure compliance with company safety policies, GMP, and GDP requirements

  • Document inspection findings, maintain accurate records, and communicate results to the Quality Control Supervisor

  • Support the development and implementation of quality control procedures and continuous improvement initiatives

  • Collaborate with production teams to identify and resolve quality issues in a timely manner

  • Participate in internal audits and support external inspections as needed

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work environment

  • Stay current on industry standards, FDA regulations, and best practices related to medical device quality control

Do you qualify?

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree preferred

  • 1–3 years of Quality Control inspection experience in a regulated industry

  • Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

  • Strong communication and documentation skills with high attention to detail

  • Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions, procedures, and written communication

  • English required; bilingual skills are a plus

  • Basic math skills, including working with fractions, decimals, and measurements

  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities with a common-sense approach

  • Self-motivated, energetic team player who can work independently with minimal supervision

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., 40 hours per week.

Compensation

  • Hourly pay range for this position is $21.00 - $26.00.

  • Actual compensation will depend on factors such as location, experience, education, skills, and role scope

  • Eligible for performance bonus or sales commissions

We have amazing benefits to support you as an employee at ZEISS!

  • Medical

  • Vision

  • Dental

  • 401k Matching

  • Employee Assistance Programs

  • Vacation and sick pay 

  • The list goes on! 

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of requirements, duties, or responsibilities. The Company reserves the right to interpret, amend, or otherwise modify, in whole or in part, any job description at any time, at its sole discretion.

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Maria Khalil

Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizen status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (includes childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic predisposition, carrier status, gender expression or identity, including transgender identity, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates, including relatives and friends).