Manufacturing Cell Inspector - 1st Shift/Mixed Cell

Job Title: Manufacturing Cell Inspector - 1st Shift/Mixed Cell

Location:

Smithfield, UT, US, 84335

Business Unit: Paragon Medical Orthopedics

Posting Date: Aug 21, 2026

Job Description:

Paragon Medical, a business of AMETEK, is a trusted partner in medical device manufacturing, offering end-to-end solutions from concept to final production. With expertise across various applications, we deliver high-precision components and complete products tailored to exceed customer expectations.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-3:30pm

Job Summary:

Performs new and routine inspections, checks, tests and sampling procedures of standard parts. Responsible for receiving, in-process, or final inspections as required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for utilizing aptitude in measurement techniques, metrology, and blueprint reading and verify operators are accurately measuring and recording dimensions on IP sheets or other documentation.
• May perform first article and first piece approval for operators.
• Perform and assist in developing internal and external corrective action responses.
• Perform inspection duties, as required.
• Support quality improvement and cost savings initiatives, as required.
• Assist the supervisor, Quality Inspector II, and Quality Engineer, as required.
• Assist in other production areas, as needed.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience:

• 0-3 Years of manufacturing experience with knowledge of inspection methodology.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Interpersonal skills.
• Verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Basic blue print and GD&T knowledge.
• Ability to correctly use inspection tools such as micrometers, calipers, gage blocks, and pin gages, etc.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-marking, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.

Work Environment:

• Work performed in a production environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high, in some areas.

Compensation

Employee Type: Hourly

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 35,000

Salary Maximum: 50,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

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AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.

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