Assembler Operator

We partner and innovate with our customers to provide the highest quality, life-enhancing medical devices in the world.

About the Role

This position will provide day-to-day product line productivity, problem-solving direction and assistance, associate training, metrics reporting, and attention to job-related functions pertaining to their assigned product lines.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to company core beliefs and all safety and quality requirements.
• Initiate and attend gate calls to resolve issues within the area.
• Coordinate daily production including quality, scheduling, and tasks of other associates within the group.
• Communicate daily cell objectives with associates, peers, support personnel, and management to meet cell/production requirements.
• Identify, develop, and maintain measurements/documentation which fosters continuous improvement efforts that support a lean manufacturing environment (e.g., standard work, GEMBA boards, Kamishibai boards).
• Assure workflow between stations and/or departments, providing parts, supplies, and equipment as needed. Stage upcoming production jobs.
• Assist with establishing priorities, problem-solving, and setting goals. Evaluate systems and processes and make recommendations regarding modifications.
• Ensure Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and good documentation practices are understood, and compliance is present on each line. Ensure all work instructions are understood and followed by operators. Report non-compliance to the Operations Supervisor.
• Demonstrate and promote safety and good housekeeping practices in the area at all times.
• Operate Hager and rivet machines. Complete required paperwork (1st pc Article, WIP, 100% Ready for ISN, and router).
• Use calipers and other measuring tools.
• Lift 50 lbs and sometimes perform team lifts of up to 75 pounds.
• Pull jobs from the FIFO system efficiently. Set up pin stamper accurately and efficiently.
• Read and interpret blueprints.
• Able to locate jobs and set up if not already kitted. Keep track of daily supplies and place supply orders when needed.
• Train others as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of assembly manufacturing experience with progressive responsibilities.
• Experience in the medical device industry preferred.

Skills

• Detail-oriented with an ability to solve problems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints to determine set-up and operations.
• Ability to work effectively and professionally with others and facilitate positive action.

Schedule

2nd Shift (3:30 pm – 12:00 am) with a 15% shift premium.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective on date of hire.
• Generous paid time off benefits and 10 paid holidays.
• 136 hours PTO (prorated based on hire date).
• Company-paid life insurance.
• 401k plan with company match.
• Earn up to an additional $800 annually in Attendance Bonus.

Well-being

• Low-cost nutrition and mental health visits.
• Up to $150 off your gym membership annually.
• Discounted pet insurances for your furry friends.
• Access to individualized financial planning meetings.
• Employee Discount Program with savings on electronics, home goods, gym equipment, and more.

Career Growth

• Tuition reimbursement.
• On-site training programs.
• Defined career path for advancement in role and compensation.
• New hire on-boarding training plans.

Work Environment

Climate-controlled, clean, and comfortable setting.