Machine Maintenance Technician - 3rd shift

Cretex Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for the medical device industry, specializing in injection molding, laser processing, metal stamping, and device assembly.

About the role

As a Machine Maintenance Tech II, you will perform advanced repair and preventative maintenance of machines and machining equipment on the 3rd shift (10:00 PM – 6:30 AM, Sunday – Thursday).

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform advanced machinery repair
• Install and align new machining equipment
• Recommend improvements for increased quality or efficiency
• Perform preventative maintenance per schedule
• Work independently on projects of moderate complexity
• Train Machine Maintenance Tech I
• Accurately record and report hours worked
• 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)
• Understand customer needs and core business markets
• Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly
• Participate in required company meetings
• Maintain an organized work area (5S)
• Participate in the Operational Excellence Program
• Complete all other assigned work duties

Requirements

• 5 years of advanced machine maintenance experience
• Self-motivated with the ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision
• Intermittent exposure to safe levels of cleaning solutions, solvents, and solder (lead) fumes
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to occasionally lift 10-50 lbs and to stand, bend, and stoop
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment around machinery exposed to oils and solvents
• Mechanical aptitude and strong problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Ability to prioritize and multitask

Qualifications

• Technical degree (desirable)

Physical & Environmental Demands

Cretex Companies use cutting oils, solvents, and other chemicals in the manufacturing process. Testing is conducted periodically to ensure all chemicals are kept well below OSHA permissible exposure levels.

Pay

USD $25.14 - USD $33.89 per hour. This range reflects the base hourly rate based on market-based pay structures. Actual compensation depends on skills, experience, education, internal equity, business needs, and local market conditions.

Benefits

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

For employees working 20+ hours per week:

• Comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers
• Dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers 100% of services 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

For employees working 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.