Engineering Technician III

Engineering Technician III

The Engineering Technician III will work alongside Manufacturing Engineers supporting technical operations in a high-volume medical device contract manufacturing facility. This person is directly responsible for supporting manufacturing equipment, executing test protocols, documenting results, and providing feedback to the engineering and manufacturing teams. This position will also assist with developing and maintaining tooling and fixtures.

Responsibilities

First point of contact for technical support escalation for operations

Provide assembly process feedback to the engineering team

Responsible to monitor, inspect, setup, calibrate, and maintain manufacturing process equipment

Perform equipment set-ups as required

Research and identify solutions to manufacturing or engineering issues

Diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues, including but not limited to, machining, laser processing, stamping, or packaging

Assist engineers as they create, modify, and test products and processes

Inspect products and processes for flaws and identify areas of improvement

Conduct tests and collect data in support of validation activities

Utilize and uses computer-aided design and drafting software

Reads and complies with work instructions, set up sheets, and checklists

Enters production information into the ERP system on a timely basis

Generate ECO / DCO and process documentation changes related to manufacturing changes, such as work instruction changes, print changes, documentation updates, etc.

Lead and mentor Engineering Technician I and II and Operators

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

Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly

Participate in required company meetings

Maintain an organized work area (5S)

Participate in the Operational Excellence Program

Complete all other work duties as assigned

Ability to work in a manufacturing environment

Qualifications

5 years of experience working as an Engineering Technician

Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices & Quality Systems Regulations

Medical product experience

Problem solving and critical thinking skills

Working knowledge of CAD software platforms AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Pro-E experience is desired

Ability to cross train in other areas of production when required

Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

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

Desirable Criteria & Qualifications :

Associate degree or 2 years of technical / trade school is preferred

Physical & Environmental Demands :

Cretex Companies may use cutting oils, solvents, and other chemicals in the manufacturing process. Testing is conducted on a periodic basis to ensure that all chemicals are kept well below the OSHA permissible exposure levels.

Pay Range

USD $26.59 - USD $39.86 / Hr.

Pay Range Details

This pay range reflects the base hourly rate or annual salary 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. While the full hiring range is shared for transparency, offers are rarely made at the minimum or maximum of the range.

Company Benefits

All Employees :

Our 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, an employee death benefit, and employee sick and safe leave are available to all Cretex employees.

20+hours :

Cretex's medical benefit package includes : 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; a pre-tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts; paid holidays, paid time off; and our discretionary profit sharing program are available to employees working 20+ hours / week.

30+ hours :

Parental Leave, accident and critical illness benefits, optional employee, spouse, and child life; short and long term disability; company provided life insurance; and tuition assistance programs are available to employees working 30+ hours per week.

(Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)

Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected status as required by law.

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