Product Assurance Coordinator (610016) at Zimmer US in Memphis, Tennessee

Job Description:

Job Summary

Zimmer Biomet is a world leader in musculoskeletal health solutions. Our team members are part of a company with a heritage of leadership, a focus on shaping the future, and a mission dedicated to alleviating pain and improving the quality of life for people around the world.

The Product Assurance Coordinator is responsible for inspecting parts at all stages of processing (acceptance, clean, package, and label) and deciding whether or not the parts conform to visual and dimensional specifications and documenting these decisions and supporting data. The Coordinator must work with minimal supervision and be capable of evaluating and judging level of conformance with defined requirements.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform limited final dimensional inspections, working from engineering drawings, procedures and external standards, using typical inspection equipment such as micrometers, thread gauges, calipers, optical comparator, concentricity gauge, and height & depth gages.


• Perform post manufacturing cleaning, package, and labeling processes


• Document all activities in a manner compliant with good documenting practices


• Enter data on production reports regarding shop orders worked on, quantity produced, hours worked, and movement of goods through inventory transactions using ERP systems.


• Inspect, set-up and, operate small machines such as heat sealers, label printers, ultra-sonic cleaner, and auto-bagger


• Generate Non-conformance Reports for submitted product found out of specification Utilize shop math techniques (addition, subtraction, multiplication, & division), dexterity and mechanical aptitude to operate precision equipment


• Complete tasks accurately and on-time, paying close attention to detail.

Expected Areas of Competence

• Basic understanding of good manufacturing practices

• Basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

• Basic knowledge on use of calipers, micrometers, and optical comparators

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and read blueprints

• Ability to use a computer (Microsoft Office Suite). Previous ERP (SAP, JDE) experience a plus!

• Ability to work in a team setting

• Must be able to read and communicate in English

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment (exposure to noise, dust, chemicals)

• Must be able to work a variety of different shifts including weekends

Education/Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required

• ASQ Certified Mechanical Inspector Certification, preferred

• 1 - 3 years previous experience performing mechanical inspection

• 3 - 5 years previous production experience with good manufacturing practices is required

Travel Requirements

Up to 5%

Additional Information

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability

At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in The Power of Us, which means that we are stronger together. We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels included, respected, empowered, and celebrated.