Equipment Technician I - Day

About the role

The Equipment Technician I is responsible for the set up and maintenance of Penumbra’s manufacturing and test equipment as well as the necessary documentation in accordance with Penumbra’s Quality System.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document maintenance activities, including preventative maintenance, on-demand maintenance, and non-standard repairs while following quality system procedures
• Collaborate with other technicians: assist with performing on-demand maintenance and troubleshooting as needed
• Perform on-demand maintenance and troubleshooting
• Install equipment and complete validation processes such as IQ/OQ (Installation Qualification/Operational Qualification) to ensure proper functionality
• Utilize the spare parts system to maintain accurate inventory levels
• With the guidance of senior level technicians, assist in solving equipment-related manufacturing problems
• Assemble equipment and fixtures in accordance with documented prints
• Participate in manufacturing line moves and equipment relocation
• Adhere to the Company’s Quality Management System (QMS) as well as domestic and global quality system regulations, standards, and procedures
• Understand relevant security, privacy and compliance principles and adhere to applicable regulations, standards, and procedures
• Ensure other members of the department follow the QMS, regulations, standards, and procedures
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED with 1+ years of experience working in a medical device or in a manufacturing environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Background in medical device, pharmaceutical, biotech, or other regulated industry experience desired
• Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Proficiency with Outlook, MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize assignments while handling various projects simultaneously

Working Conditions

• General office, laboratory, and cleanroom environments
• Willingness and ability to work on site
• Potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens
• Requires some lifting and moving of up to 50 pounds, and occasionally up to 100 pounds with assistance
• Requires occasional climbing on ladders up to 12 feet
• Must be able to move between buildings and floors
• Must be able to remain stationary and use a computer or other standard office equipment for an extensive period of time each day
• Must be able to read, prepare emails, and produce documents and spreadsheets
• Must be able to move within the office and access file cabinets or supplies as needed
• Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information with employees at all levels on a daily basis

Pay

Base Pay Range Per Hour: $24 – $35. Individual compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, work location and shift, and will increase over time based on meeting performance and business needs.

Benefits

• A collaborative teamwork environment where learning is constant, and performance is rewarded
• The opportunity to be part of the team that is revolutionizing the treatment of some of the world's most devastating diseases
• A generous benefits package for eligible employees that includes medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid parental leave
• Eleven paid company holidays per year
• A minimum of fifteen days of accrued vacation per year, which increases with tenure
• Paid sick time in compliance with applicable law(s)