Machinist Assistant - Pacing (1st Shift)

About the role

rms provides contract manufacturing of high‑quality, tight‑tolerance medical implants, components and sub‑assemblies using cutting‑edge technology. rms is part of the Cretex Medical family of companies. The Machinist Assistant/Kitter will be responsible for assembling toolboxes for the manufacturing floor according to kitting procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assemble tooling boxes and all paperwork for jobs running on the manufacturing floor.
• Manage the kitting process: part programs, set‑up sheets, records, and inventory.
• Assemble tooling boxes per the set‑up sheet.
• Update documentation throughout the process—including before, during, and after the job is completed.
• Inspect tools (new and returned) using a microscope and other inspection equipment.
• Maintain inventory of tools and resolve shortage issues and discrepancies.
• Maintain daily logs and reports necessary to the kitting procedure.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Communicate with the tool crib, leadership, and production regarding kitting needs and the availability of tools and materials.
• 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 the core business markets we serve.
• Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly.
• Participate in required company meetings.
• Maintain an organized work area (5S) and participate in the Operational Excellence Program.
• Complete all other work duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of production operations and equipment.
• Knowledge of tools.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Mechanical aptitude.

Schedule

1st Shift – Monday through Thursday, 5:00 am – 3:00 pm.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match and profit sharing.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.
• Paid time off, holiday pay, and discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service).
• Onsite medical clinic.
• Paid parental leave.
• Monthly social events and an annual employee appreciation week.
• Volunteer opportunities.
• Training and development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and tuition assistance programs.
• Wellness program with incentives.
• Cretex University and 24/7 employee assistance program with confidential counseling.
• Employee death benefit and sick & safe leave.
• Comprehensive medical insurance with virtual provider access.
• Dental insurance (including 100 % coverage for children 12 and younger when seen by an in‑network provider).
• Vision insurance.
• Pre‑tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent‑care reimbursement accounts.
• Accident and critical illness benefits.
• Optional employee, spouse, and child life services.
• Company‑provided life insurance.

Pay

USD $21.20 – $40.67 per hour. This range reflects the base hourly rate for positions within this job grade and is 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.