Production Operator Assembler I - 2nd Shift

About QTS

QTS offers critical end-of-line services for medical device OEMs including finished device assembly, packaging and sterilization management. QTS was founded in 2001 and is part of the Cretex Medical family of companies. Purpose: To have a positive impact on people. Mission: Make it easier to get products to patients. Values: Integrity, Collaboration, Communication, & Leadership. Learn more at www.qtspackaging.com and www.cretexmedical.com. The position is based out of our facility located in west Bloomington, Minnesota (55438).

Responsibilities

• Perform visual and/or dimensional inspection using microscopes, gauges, calipers, or other measurement tools, as required.
• Complete required documentation such as production records, quality checks, setup sheets, and history records.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and implement process enhancements.
• Handle and work with cleaning chemicals such as isopropyl alcohol, detergents, or solvents when needed.
• Maintain an organized, clean work area following 5S expectations.
• Participate in required training and company meetings.
• Read, understand, and follow work instructions, standard work, and applicable quality/ISO/cGMP requirements.
• Crosstrain across manufacturing areas.
• Support and comply with the Quality System, ISO, and medical device regulatory requirements.
• Communicate issues with materials, equipment, or processes promptly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Assembly Responsibilities: Inspect, assemble, and/or package components and medical devices per customer specifications; operate hand tools and basic manual equipment used in the assembly process; use sealing equipment such as tray, band, or impulse sealers; perform labeling, packaging, and final presentation of product.
• Production Operations Responsibilities: Operate production equipment or machines per work instructions, ensuring correct materials, tooling, programs, and processes are used; monitor production processes, part quality, and machine performance and escalate as needed; perform basic preventive or operator-level machine checks (e.g., cleanliness, safe operation).
• Secondary Operations Responsibilities: Perform secondary operations such as trimming, deburring, cleaning, laser marking, laser welding and/or finishing of components; operate designated secondary equipment or simple mechanical devices; inspect and verify part conformance after secondary operations; use basic measurement tools to ensure