Engineering Technician II 1st shift

About Cretex Medical: Cretex Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for the medical device industry. Our customers view us as a trusted partner in injection molding, laser processing, metal stamping, and device assembly.

About the role

The Engineering Technician will work alongside Manufacturing Engineers supporting technical operations in a high-volume medical device contract manufacturing facility. This role involves assembling prototypes, executing test protocols, documenting results, evaluating new manufacturing process instructions, and providing feedback to engineering and manufacturing teams. The position also assists with developing and maintaining tooling and fixtures.

Responsibilities

• First point of contact for technical support escalation for operations
• Provide assembly process feedback to the engineering team
• Monitor, inspect, setup, calibrate, and maintain manufacturing process equipment
• Research and identify manufacturing or engineering solutions
• Diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues, including machining, injection molding, laser processing, stamping, or packaging
• Assist engineers as they create, modify, and test products and processes
• Inspect products and processes for flaws and identify areas of improvement
• Conduct tests and collect data in support of validation activities
• Utilize computer-aided design and drafting software
• Develop production drawings for manufacturing
• Read and comply with work instructions, set up sheets, and checklists
• Enter production information into the ERP system on a timely basis
• Generate ECO/DCO and process documentation changes related to manufacturing changes, such as work instruction changes, print changes, and documentation updates
• Perform equipment set-ups as required
• Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements
• Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work
• Partner with other business segments: sales/marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance

Requirements

• 3 years of experience working as an engineering technician (Engineering Technician Level II)
• Prior chemical handling experience strongly preferred
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices & Quality Systems Regulations is desirable
• Medical product experience
• Good communication and documentation skills
• Problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Working knowledge of CAD software platforms; AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Pro-E experience is desired
• Ability to cross train in other areas of production when required
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Ability to prioritize and multitask

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Engineering (desirable)
• 3-5 years of engineering experience (desirable)

Pay

Pay Range: USD $25.14 - USD $36.49 per hour. This range reflects the base hourly rate for positions within this job grade, based on market-based pay structures. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal equity, business needs, and local market conditions.

Benefits

All Employees:

• 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution
• Onsite health clinics
• Discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service)
• Cretex University
• 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost
• Wellness program with incentives
• Employee death benefit
• Employee sick and safe leave

20+ hours per week:

• Comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers
• Dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in-network provider)
• Vision insurance
• Pre-tax health savings account
• Healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Discretionary profit-sharing program

30+ hours per week:

• Parental Leave
• Accident and critical illness benefits
• Optional employee, spouse, and child life insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• Company-provided life insurance
• Tuition assistance programs

(Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)