Operator 1

Working under close supervision, may perform a combination of assembly and test operations on pacemakers, implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs), Hybrids, and related medical device assemblies. Performs routine assignments according to specified and/or standardized procedures.

• Performs Electronic Assembly functions: Assembles, solders and x-rays medical devices and related parts using microscopes and applicable tools;
• Performs Cutting/Coating functions: Examines medical devices and related assemblies after dispense operations to locate bubbles, nicks and/or excess epoxy;
• May set-up/utilize special test equipment.
• Notifies supervisor of the need to replenish supplies/materials and of any production difficulties that cannot be readily corrected.
• Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.
• Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments.
• Works with a variety of production equipment, small hand tools, test equipment, and precision measuring instruments.
• Works in a production or air-conditioned clean-room manufacturing environment; requires gowning attire to maintain a particle free environment.
• Low to moderate noise level. Minor exposure to chemicals.
• May work at a desk or workstation.

• Typically six plus months of relevant training/experience in the assembly of digital/analog circuitry, devices, components or equivalent.
• Demonstrated manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination.
• Must be able to use standard hand tools used in the assembly of bio-instruments/bio-devices.
• Incumbents are required to work cooperatively and productively with others.
• Must be able to multi-task and rotate through all jobs performed in the assigned work group as needed.
• Incumbents must also be able to meet deadlines on multiple projects.
• The demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable Food & Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies and rules is essential.
• Must have the ability to on occasion lift up to approximately 25 pounds.

• Health insurance
• 401k matching
• Flight privileges

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