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$44k – $50k per year
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In office (Maple Grove)

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 28, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 21, 2026. Nextern scores B on the Alion truth index.

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Nextern is a medical device contract development and manufacturing company headquartered in Maple Grove, Minnesota, offering product development, device manufacturing, precision components and consulting for OEMs. After starting as an industrial components partner, it shifted to medical electromechanical systems in 2016, expanded to Vietnam in 2018 and Costa Rica in 2021, acquired NPX Precision Technologies in 2022, and runs ISO 13485 certified plants in the US and Asia. Openings include production operators and supervisors in Costa Rica, molding engineers in Vietnam, manufacturing, process and catheter engineers, software engineers, quality systems and project managers.

Wage: $22.00-$25.00 hourly

NPX is looking for a Quality Inspector to join our team! In this hands-on role, you’ll help ensure the quality and reliability of medical device components by performing incoming, in-process, and final inspections throughout the manufacturing process.

You’ll work with a variety of inspection and measurement tools, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and support quality investigations and continuous improvement efforts. If you’re detail-oriented, organized, and enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where quality truly matters, this could be a great opportunity to grow your career with NPX.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Experience: Minimum 6 months in medical device manufacturing - Ideally, 1+ year of experience.

Skills:

·Ability to read and interpret sampling and inspection plans

·Good organizational and communication

·Basic mathematics

·Detail oriented and organized

·General computer operations (e.g. Excel, Word)

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Support and perform inspection and testing of materials and products from incoming material through final assembly, ensuring

compliance with specifications and quality standards

· Conduct visual, dimensional, and/or functional inspections of raw materials, in-process assemblies, and finished products in

accordance with approved specifications and applicable quality standards

· Perform duties with minimal to moderate supervision

· Utilize measurement tools and equipment (e.g., pin gages, calipers, MicroVu, laser micrometers, pull testers) to verify physical

dimensions and product attributes

· Verify that all measurement equipment is within current calibration status

· Identify, document, and segregate nonconforming materials

· Complete quality records, reports, and documentation in accordance with GDP (Good Documentation Practices)

· Apply and follow established sampling plans

· Participate in problem-solving activities and contribute to process and product evaluations for continuous improvement

· Provide data, analysis, and support to cross-functional teams as needed

· Support site objectives related to safety, quality, delivery, cost, and inventory

· Achieve assigned goals and performance objectives

· Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Benefits

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off, Personal Days, AND Birthday Holiday!
  • Lifetime Membership Subsidy and Wellness Resources
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Taco Thursdays!!!

Nextern is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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