It started with a simple idea: what if surgery could be less invasive and recovery less painful? Nearly 30 years later, that question still fuels everything we do at Intuitive. As a global leader in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive care, our technologies—like the da Vinci surgical system and Ion—have transformed how care is delivered for millions of patients worldwide.

We’re a team of engineers, clinicians, and innovators united by one purpose: to make surgery smarter, safer, and more human. Every day, our work helps care teams perform with greater precision and patients recover faster, improving outcomes around the world.

The problems we solve demand creativity, rigor, and collaboration. The work is challenging, but deeply meaningful—because every improvement we make has the potential to change a life.

If you’re ready to contribute to something bigger than yourself and help transform the future of healthcare, you’ll find your purpose here.

Primary Function of Position
The IQC Inspector 2 works under general direction, follows applicable department procedures and follows oral and written
instruction. This position requires a highly motivated team player perform visual and dimensaional inspection of mechanical and
electrical components. Inspection includes the mechanical measurement, documentation verification and test result verification.
The inspector will verify the raw material meets the specifications required by the products. This position also works cross-
functionally with Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing and Supply Chain to evaluate defects.
Essential Job Duties
• Follow all corporate, safety, and production procedures and regulations.
• Maintain excellent attendance in accordance with Quality Operations guidelines.
• Complete ISU and other required training courses on time.
• Perform other duties as assigned, in compliance with performance targets set by department.
• Record test logs or write daily activity reports as required
• Escalate safety, quality or other issues with supervisor or manager as needed.
• Performs inspection and tests to raw material at the IQC area and completes inspection report; move inspected
material to required physical locations based on disposition.
• Interact with computer-based software to assist with inspection activities and record inspection results.
• Creates VR Quality Notifications describing problems and inspection results when required.
• Interpret basic mechanical drawings to understand dimensional inspection characteristics.
• Review supplier’s supplied documentation to evaluate it has the required information/test results per part drawings
specification.

Required Experience and Education
• High School Diploma or Technical Career Degree
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• 1-2 years of working experience, preferably in manufacturing environment related to quality inspection.
• Clear understanding of GMP, GDP, and Corporate SOPs.
• US sites: Ability to read, write, and understand English (MX preferred).
• Proficient in the use of personal computers, including Microsoft Office suite

Ability to use required information systems such as SAP, Agile, Neptune to document required test logs or reports
as needed
• Conducting 6S maintenance.
• Perform basic arithmetic (including decimals) and calculate averages, percentages, and ranges using a calculator
as needed. Determine nominal, minimum, and maximum values from specifications and tolerances.
• Follow standard instructions and apply practical judgment in routine, standardized situations with minimal variation
• Ability to work effectively within their team, with cross-functional teams, and independently to achieve quality
objectives.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and BOM strucures
• Ability to use standard inspection tools (e.g. micrometers, calipers, rulers, etc.).
Physical Requirements
• Must be able to lift, load, and unload parts and materials up to 20 pounds.
• May work in various environments, including manufacturing floors, inspection labs, or cleanrooms.
• May involve standing or sitting for extended periods, lifting/moving objects, and using inspection tools.
• May work varying shifts and overtime as needed.
Preferred Skills and Experience
• Experience in medical device industry
• Understanding of QMS/ERP Information Systems, such as SAP, Agile, and Neptune.
• GD&T Knowledg

Due to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19.  Details can vary by role.

Intuitive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.

Mandatory Notices

U.S. Export Controls Disclaimer:  In accordance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR §743.13(b)), some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employees
who are nationals from countries currently on embargo or sanctions status.

Certain information you provide as part of the application will be used for purposes of determining whether Intuitive Surgical will need to (i) obtain an export license from the U.S. Government on your behalf (note: the government’s licensing process can take 3 to 6+ months) or (ii) implement a Technology Control Plan (“TCP”) (note: typically adds 2 weeks to the hiring process).  

For any Intuitive role subject to export controls, final offers are contingent upon obtaining an approved export license and/or an executed TCP prior to the prospective employee’s
start date, which may or may not be flexible, and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. If applicable, candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes. 

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.

Preference will be given to qualified candidates who do not reside, or plan to reside, in Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, or Tennessee.

This position may be filled at a different job level than listed here depending on
business need and/or on the selected candidate’s experience, knowledge and skills.
Compensation will be based primarily on the job level at which the role is filled and the
candidate’s qualifications, consistent with applicable law.

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The target compensation ranges are listed.