Quality Engineering Technician 1st shift

About the Company

Cretex Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for the medical device industry. Our customers view us as a trusted partner in the areas of injection molding, laser processing, metal stamping, and device assembly. Learn more at www.cretexmedical.com.

About the Role

The Quality Engineering Technician will assist Quality Engineers in providing quality assurance support for manufacturing, improving quality-related practices and procedures, problem-solving, and providing technical guidance and measurement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Partner in the development of the APQP process and project management
• Assist in the development of PFMEAs
• Support the development and implementation of control plans
• Assist in the development and implementation of Gage R&R and capability studies
• Support the implementation of IQ, OQ, PQ documentation
• Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of inspection methods for first article, receiving, in-process, and final inspection
• Design inspection fixturing and gaging
• Assist the investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective action activities to support the CAPA and Customer Complaint systems
• Perform routine inspection activities on the floor
• 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

Requirements

• Associate degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of quality systems, regulatory requirements, and industry standards
• Intermediate blueprint reading, GD&T, and SPC knowledge
• Ability to operate a variety of inspection equipment
• Proficiency with design software (Minitab)
• Ability to cross-train in other areas of production when required
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Ability to prioritize and multitask

Desired Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in machining and/or manufacturing

Work Culture

We recognize the contribution of every individual and promote growth, safety, and security for all our employees. Cretex Medical values performance and offers a positive work environment with a focus on continuous improvement. Here are some things employees have said about working for Cretex Medical:

• “The culture at Cretex is collaborative. Everyone here is willing to help you whether it is a director, a machinist, or your boss. Everyone is always willing to help you figure out a project and get it done right.”
• “I would tell potential interns that Cretex is a great company to work for. It has set a high bar for corporate culture as well as the quality of work you can do. I would definitely recommend it.”
• “I learned that I really like the medical device industry. The importance and the gravity of what we do here is felt by the employees. You can have that passion in your work because you know what you are striving for is to save lives.”

Pay

USD $23.08 - USD $33.46 per hour. This pay range reflects the base hourly rate for positions within this job grade, based on our market-based pay structures. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal equity, business needs, and local market conditions.

Benefits

All Employees:

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

20+ hours per week:

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

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.)