Incoming QC Inspector

At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate diagnostic testing. Our mission drives us, every moment of every day, as we develop scalable, groundbreaking solutions to solve the world’s most complex health challenges.

Our associates are involved in every stage of molecular diagnostics, from ideation to development and delivery of testing advancements that improve patient outcomes across a range of settings.

As a member of our team, you can make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development.

Cepheid is proud to work alongside a community of six fellow Danaher Diagnostics companies. Together, we’re working at the pace of change on diagnostic tools that address the world’s biggest health challenges, driven by knowing that behind every test there is a patient waiting.

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This position is part of the Incoming Inspection team and will be located in Fremont, CA. At Cepheid, our vision is to be the leading provider of seamlessly connected diagnostic solutions.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to :

• Perform visual and dimensional / mechanical inspection on injection molded plastics, machined parts, sheet metal, cable assemblies, printed circuit board assemblies, packaging materials or finished products according to established acceptance criteria that is defined in material specifications, engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Conduct a thorough documentation review, ensuring that all recorded information is complete and meets the requirements of Good Documentation Practices.
• Communicate issues verbally and in writing to responsible engineers and suppliers.

The essential requirements of the job include :

• High School degree (or equivalent experience) with 1 to 2 years of experience in a Quality Control Inspection role
• Experience with hardware materials with ability to problem solve and implement incoming inspection improvements.

Travel & Physical / Environment Requirements :

• Ability to travel approximately 5% travel to Lodi, Newark, and Sunnyvale, CA.
• Ability to lift, move, or carry equipment weighing up to 30 lbs.
• Must be able to use magnifiers, microscopes, and have adequate vision to perform tasks (vision correction devices are permitted).

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in :

MicroVu / CMM Operation

Cepheid, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives.

Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at danaherbenefitsinfo.com.

The hourly range for this role is $25 - $33. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting.

We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.

This job is also eligible for bonus / incentive pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical / dental / vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note : No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable.

The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

Our global teams are pioneering what’s next across Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Biotechnology and beyond. For more information, visit www.danaher.com.

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Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.

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