Repair Technician I - Medical Devices

About the role

Arthrex is a global medical device company dedicated to helping surgeons treat their patients better. We are seeking a Repair Technician I to join our team in Santa Barbara, CA.

Responsibilities

• Operates a variety of hand-operated tools and electronic equipment to repair products specified on work orders using standard work instructions and inspection procedures.
• Performs incoming evaluations and identify failure mode of returned product using a variety of factors.
• May support daily product testing by performing FCO (Final Checkout), FCL (Final Check List) and other automated or manual electrical tests.
• Tests products using a variety of tools which may include computer programs, Digital Multi Meters, Oscilloscopes, light measurement equipment, digital and analog electrical test equipment.
• Record test results and findings into forms or database applications.
• Accesses and follows packaging instructions and work instructions from PLM and Document management systems based on product structure requirements.
• Prepares, issues, and kits materials based upon the Repair Work Order Pick List requirements according to work instructions and departmental guidelines.
• Performs inspection of work completed and documentation to assure correct specifications and functional criteria have been met.
• Performs daily cleaning of the work area and initiates “Area Clearance” to maintain material traceability at the workstation.
• Supports department with internal/external audits and non-conformances (NCRs).
• Ensures all departmental procedures and Good Document Practices (GDP) are followed.
• Provides department management with input for new products, processes, procedures, and fixture development.
• Adjusts and reprioritizes work as necessary.
• Participates in required company training activities related to products and processes supporting medical device manufacturing.
• Maintains and follows electrostatic discharge (ESD) work environment procedures.

Requirements

• Demonstrates basic knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Teams, Outlook) preferred.
• Basic knowledge of visual inspection, part handling, component assembly, and barcode scanning.
• Basic ability to test, disassemble and repair returned products.
• Navigates SAP, Agile and Documentum systems with assistance.
• Basic CNC and bead blasting skills preferred.
• Solves simple math equations and the ability to perform tasks through verbal communication.
• Adopts an environment of continuous improvement to develop more robust procedures and improvements within existing processes to produce cost effective quality products.
• Good manual dexterity to assemble electro-mechanical assemblies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in the medical device industry or similar preferred.
• Experience working in a fast paced, multilayered work environment preferred.

Skills

• Basic knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Teams, Outlook) preferred.
• Basic knowledge of visual inspection, part handling, component assembly, and barcode scanning.
• Basic ability to test, disassemble and repair returned products.
• Navigates SAP, Agile and Documentum systems with assistance.
• Basic CNC and bead blasting skills preferred.
• Solves simple math equations and the ability to perform tasks through verbal communication.
• Adopts an environment of continuous improvement to develop more robust procedures and improvements within existing processes to produce cost effective quality products.
• Good manual dexterity to assemble electro-mechanical assemblies.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-Provided Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)
• Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Annual Bonus
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Free Onsite Lunch
• Gym Reimbursement Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Trip of a Lifetime
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Leave
• Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)