Manufacturing Technician - 3rd Shift

About the role

Merrimack Manufacturing is a growing medical device manufacturer located in the Manchester Millyard. We are seeking a resourceful Manufacturing Technician to preserve the condition, functionality, and safety of production equipment. The role requires self-sufficiency in performing preventive and reactive maintenance activities on various equipment and machinery, as well as interfacing with multiple teams to ensure clear communication and task progress.

Responsibilities

• Assemble plastic and metal components into medical devices in accordance with approved manufacturing procedures
• Utilize small hand tools (both manual and electric), manual presses, assembly fixtures, calibrated instruments, measurement equipment, microscopes, and test fixtures
• Use documentation such as Bill of Materials, product flow charts, work orders, check sheets, visual aids, production reports, and assembly drawings to assemble product and record results
• Perform soldering, fabricating, crimping, mechanical assembly, sealing, ultrasonic welding, bonding and gluing with adhesives, epoxy or RTV
• Kit assemblies using a parts list, scanner, and inventory software as required
• Participate in routine start-up or end-of-day equipment inspections or verifications
• Inspect work throughout the assembly process and communicate any quality or operational issues to appropriate leadership
• Maintain a neat, orderly, and clean work area to ensure efficiency and safety
• Participate in safety programs, meetings, and trainings; bring safety concerns to management
• Participate in continuous improvement activities as part of a cross-functional team
• Meet all quality, quantity, and good manufacturing practices to satisfy customer and Regulatory Affairs requirements
• Read and/or understand operating procedures for specific products where training has been completed
• Show constant attention to detail and immediately inform supervisor of anything out of the ordinary or non-conforming to approved process sheets
• Work with Engineers and line leads to resolve issues and correct procedures to ensure quality and efficiency
• Maintain clean room integrity by using proper attire and adhering to clean room environment practices and procedures as applicable
• Maintain accurate records/documentation related to quality, work in progress, test results, labor (e.g., timecards), and special projects
• Adhere to general safety rules, manufacturing procedures, company policies and procedures, ISO, QSR, and FDA regulations

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum of 2 years hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with assembly, testing, and the documentation of mechanical and electrical devices
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Willingness to undertake various tasks and adapt to unexpected situations within a dynamic company environment
• Medical device manufacturing experience preferred
• Working knowledge of medical device regulatory procedures, lean manufacturing, and manufacturing processes preferred
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity required
• Experience with small parts assembly and ability to work under a microscope
• Proficiency with tools such as tweezers, torque drivers, magnifiers, and microscopes
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Comfortable using computers
• Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time

Education

High School Diploma or GED.