Manufacturing Technician

Manufacturing Technician

3 : 15pm - 1 : 45am Mon-Thu

Minnetonka, MN

The Opportunity

This position works out of our Minnetonka, MN location in the Electrophysiology medical device division. In Client's Electrophysiology (EP) business, we're advancing the treatment of heart disease through breakthrough medical technologies in atrial fibrillation, allowing people to restore their health and get on with their lives.

Individuals in this role will work on a new product launch, supporting the operations team as a 2nd shift process technician. Responsibilities include working with assemblers, troubleshooting equipment, and investigating process issues. Additionally, this position will support projects aimed at designing and developing manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixtures to meet daily production schedules while enhancing productivity and product quality. This individual will have a unique opportunity to make a mark on the organization while working on state-of-the-art products.

What You'll Work On

2nd shift front line technician supporting Operations team (3 : 15pm - 1 : 45am Mon-Thu)

Support products including new production equipment, process improvements, and cost reductions while supporting new product introductions

Learn manufacturing processes, techniques, and best practices; support Operations team in coaching assemblers

Instruct production personnel in the manufacturing and testing of product devices

Recommend and implement process, tooling, and equipment changes to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost

Interpret test data, analyze product performance, develop summaries, and assist in initiating yield improvements

Assist maintenance team to ensure continuous operation for production equipment

Perform scrap dissection and support investigation into potential root causes

Summarize information to communicate across shifts and with other functional areas

Perform functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks, as well as performing rework and quality testing related to production of parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies

Determine and may assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process

Work with engineers in conducting experiments

Observe and comply with all safety rules and regulations, including QSR and ISO Standards

Participate in the Material Review Board (MRB) decision process

Identify and implement corrective actions for manufacturing-related issues

Perform equipment setup and corrective, preventive, and calibration maintenance as necessary

Install and validate equipment and processes in the production area to improve yield and / or reduce cycle time, following established validation procedures

Evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products, instruments, or equipment; may develop or revise documents and procedures

Certify manufacturing associates in the production processes

Evaluate and order necessary equipment, tools, and fixtures

Individual Should

Be innovative, resourceful, and work with minimal direction

Have excellent organization, problem solving, communication, and collaboration skills

Work effectively with cross-functional teams

Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements

Required Qualifications

H.S. diploma or equivalent plus 3-5 years of related work experience or equivalent combination

Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment

Ability to work with assemblers and other non-technical personnel

Ability to teach and coach others

Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate with cross-functional teams

Results-oriented

Adept at handling multiple assignments in a timely manner to meet assigned deadlines

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under limited supervision

Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance

Preferred Qualifications

Medical device experience preferred, but not required

Two-year degree or some college credits preferred