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INTRODUCTION

As an Incoming Quality Assurance Inspector, you will play a critical role in ensuring incoming materials, including mechanical and electrical components, chemical and biological raw materials, and other supplies, meet established company specifications and quality standards. Through visual, mechanical, and functional inspections, testing, and analysis, you will help ensure that only compliant materials move forward in our processes. You will maintain accurate documentation, complete data entry, and support quality systems that ensure regulatory and operational excellence across IDEXX.

This position requires travel between our Portland, Westbrook, and Scarborough facilities to support inspection activities and maintain consistent quality standards across locations. You’ll play an important role in protecting product quality and supporting the delivery of innovative solutions that improve the health and well-being of animals and people worldwide.

Why this role matters:

This role is essential to maintaining the quality, safety, and reliability of the materials used throughout IDEXX operations. Your attention to detail and commitment to quality help prevent defects, ensure compliance with industry standards, and support operational efficiency while contributing to continuous improvement efforts across the organization.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• You will perform inspections, testing, and analysis of incoming materials according to specifications, requirements, and industry standards using specialized equipment and measurement tools as needed.
• You will complete inspection documentation, quality records, paperwork, and data entry accurately and thoroughly.
• You will collect and provide inspection data and reports to management and support audits, surveys, and certification activities.
• You will maintain current procedures and SOPs while identifying opportunities for process improvements and assisting with implementation of changes.
• You will manage special handling requirements for hazardous materials when applicable.
• You will interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, and technical documentation to ensure accurate inspections.
• You will utilize industry-standard sampling plans and quality methodologies during inspection activities.
• You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality concerns and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• You will travel between Portland, Westbrook, and Scarborough facilities to perform incoming inspection activities as needed.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience required; Associate degree or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read, interpret, and carry out detailed instructions in written, oral, and diagram form.
• Ability to operate complex measurement instruments and determine appropriate measurement methods for inspection activities.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Strong comprehension of SOPs, correspondence, memos, and quality documentation.
• Ability to complete written correspondence, inspection records, and filing requirements accurately.
• Effective verbal communication skills with the ability to present information in one-on-one and small group settings.
• Basic math skills including fractions, decimals, units of measure, rates, ratios, percentages, and graph interpretation.
• Understanding of industry-standard sampling plans and inspection methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to evaluate situations involving multiple variables within established procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Regularly required to stand and sit for extended periods of time.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers to handle, manipulate, squeeze, twist, and operate tools and equipment.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Regular repetitive bench work and inspection activities.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) and/or protective footwear such as steel-toe shoes or boots may be required.
• May work in a high-traffic warehouse environment and/or laboratory environment with exposure to biohazardous materials.
• Travel required between Portland, Westbrook, and Scarborough facilities.

COMPENSATION

• An hourly rate of $20-$22/hour based on experience.
• Opportunity for annual cash bonus and performance-based annual merit increase.
• Health / Dental / Vision benefits starting day one.
• 5% matching 401k.
• Generous PTO benefits.
• Additional benefits including but not limited to pet insurance, mental health resources, volunteer paid days off, employee stock program, foundation donation matching, and much more!

WHY IDEXX?

We’re proud of the work we do because our work matters. Every role at IDEXX contributes to enhancing the health and wellbeing of pets, people, and livestock. With over 10,000 global team members, customers in more than 175 countries, and a rapidly growing industry, we are always looking for motivated and inspiring individuals to join us.

We offer competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits, along with the opportunity to be part of a high-growth company leading the way with innovative products, services, and a strong customer focus.

Let’s pursue what matters together. IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.