Kit Assembly - Production Line Inspector (1st shift)
Sarstedt, Inc.
Summary
As our next Production Operator (Production Line Inspector) in Kit Assembly-1st shift, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality products by inspecting precision-molded components in a clean, air-conditioned, state-of-the-art environment where your attention to detail comes naturally.
Job description
What You'll Be Doing
As our next Production Operator (Production Line Inspector) in Kit Assembly-1st shift, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality products by inspecting precision-molded components in a clean, air-conditioned, state-of-the-art environment where your attention to detail comes naturally.
- Safety is second nature; you follow procedures and quickly report any unsafe conditions
- You bring a strong sense of quality, inspecting products and packaging, ensuring SARSTEDT standards are consistently met
- Detail orientation is one of your strengths; you will verify part numbers, lot numbers, and labeling for accuracy and traceability
- You stay alert and focused, monitoring multiple semi-automated machines and catching defects early
- Organization and accountability are part of your work style; you document inspection results, production counts, and key information accurately
- Keeping things clean and running smoothly is something you take pride in, maintaining an organized workspace and supporting basic machine upkeep
- Your mindset is how we can improve; you support efforts to reduce scrap and improve overall production quality
What You Bring
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Character of exceptional reliability, dependability, and integrity
- Basic math skills (add, subtract, simple calculations)
- Ability to stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours)
- Strong attention to detail and ability to stay focused on repetitive tasks
- Nice-to-Have: Previous manufacturing, inspection, injection molding experience. Background working in a fast-paced production environment
Requirements
- Ability to work 1st shift (6:00am-2:30pm), Monday-Friday with occasional Saturdays. Shift availability are based on business needs and may change accordingly.
- Frequent use of hands to handle and inspect small parts
- Ability to lift up to 10 pounds (regularly) and up to 25 pounds (occasionally)
- Ability to work in an environment with ongoing background noise
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Exceptional reliability, dependability, and integrity
- Basic math skills (add, subtract, simple calculations)
- Ability to stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours)
- Strong attention to detail and ability to stay focused on repetitive tasks
- Ability to work 1st shift (6:00am-2:30pm), Monday-Friday with occasional Saturdays
- Frequent use of hands to handle and inspect small parts
- Ability to lift up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 25 pounds occasionally
- Ability to work in an environment with ongoing background noise
- Previous manufacturing, inspection, or injection molding experience (nice-to-have)
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Nine Paid Holidays
- Two Floating Paid Holidays
- Wellness PTO
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- HSA & FSA Options
- Wellness Screenings
- Discounted Gym Memberships
- Fitness Classes
- Mental Health Support
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Employee Discounts
Company overview
Sarstedt, Inc. is a globally recognized family-owned company founded in 1961 that specializes in manufacturing and distributing medical devices, consumables, and instrumentation for clinical and research applications. With over 3,000 employees worldwide, the company operates through 34 sales organizations and 13 production sites across Europe, North and South America, and Australia. Sarstedt is renowned for its comprehensive pre-analytical product portfolio that includes solutions for sample collection, transport, storage, and laboratory automation. The company's extensive product range covers diagnostic applications, laboratory consumables, clinical care products, and transfusion equipment, with particular expertise in blood collection systems, urine drainage systems, and laboratory automation technologies. As a leading provider in the medical equipment sector, Sarstedt emphasizes German-engineered quality, innovation, and sustainability, offering integrated solutions that optimize laboratory workflows while maintaining the highest standards of patient care and scientific research. The company's U.S. headquarters are located in Newton, North Carolina, with additional operations supporting customers across North America.