Assembler 3, Instrument - Unlimited Growth Potential

Position : Instrument Assembly Technician 3

Location : Sparks, MD

Duration : 12 Months

Total Hours/week : 40.00

1st Shift

Client : Medical Devices Company

Job Category : Industrial

Level of Experience : Entry Level

Employment Type : Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens or GC Holders or GC EAD or OPT or EAD or CPT)

Work hours 7am - 3:30pm

Description:

• Performs a wide variety of assigned tasks ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive production assembly operations on electronic and/or mechanical assemblies and subassemblies such as modules, boards, panels, drawers, frames, and cables.
• Determines and/or follows methods and sequence of operations in performing wiring, component installation, hand soldering, cable harnessing, and fitting on assembly units.
• Works from diagrams and drawings, makes initial layouts, and uses hand and/or power tools, jigs, and saws.
• Conducts quality inspections on processing line in accordance with quality specifications.
• Disassembles, modifies, reworks, reassembles, and tests experimental or prototype assemblies and subassemblies according to specifications and under simulated conditions.
• Makes setups and adjustments holding tolerances to blueprint specifications. Identifies, troubleshoots, and resolves complex issues associated with instrument assembly operations.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Able to build, integrate, and understand the entire assembly process and requirements for any instrument in the production area
• Responsible for assembling multiple product lines including integration of sub-assemblies into the instrument
• Provide overall device history record recording, reporting (serial numbers, tools)
• Provide basic component testing (pre-assemblies, modules of simple instruments)
• Identify defects, recommend design and process improvements
• Provide Expertise in reading / understanding drawings, work instructions, and overall workmanship standards
• Provide training to associates as needed including broad variety of mechanical and basic testing activities
• Execute on basic test instructions as needed including analyzing results and data to determine pass / fail and/or next steps.
• Conduct routine / moderately complex troubleshooting and repair work
• Complete any related production activities in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and in accordance with Client expectations for Safety and Quality
• Work or interface with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Planning and Purchasing as needed
• Complete work activity in the accordance to client defined specifications, operating procedures, and company policies.
• Must be able to perform standard material handling functions for instrument raw materials and sub-assemblies.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and efficient work environment through execution of all housekeeping responsibilities including cleaning, sweeping, organizing to maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Demonstrates the ability to follow established procedures according to Good
• Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Must follow all client housekeeping policies and procedures
• Must follow all client safety policies and procedures
• Must be able to work overtime as required to meet client business requirements
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Education/Experience:

• High school degree or GED required with 4 years manufacturing experience or an AA technical degree with 1 year experience. Experience in a regulated environment required.

Basic Skills:

• Proven leadership skills capability and ability to mentor, coach, and develop other associates
• Proven ability and accountability to results and to improve performance and processes across a team, work cell, or project.
• Must demonstrate a strong ability and commitment to Continuous Improvement.
• Including ability to initiate, implement, and ongoing support all aspects of Continuous
• Improvement (Lean Manufacturing) philosophies through active participation in Blitzes,
• Shift start up meetings, Kaizen Action Sheets, Safety, and other CI projects and initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical tools including torque drivers, gauges, bits, etc.
• Highly proficient at reading drawings, interpreting and measuring dimensions, requirements, etc.
• Must demonstrate the ability to manage time across multiple production orders and processes within allotted time standards.
• Must demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a team setting to reach common goals.
• Must demonstrate the ability to understand and work within specified Quality procedures.
• Must demonstrate the understanding and support of Continuous Improvement (Lean Manufacturing) philosophies through active participation in Blitzes, Shift start up meetings, Kaizen Action Sheets and other CI projects and initiatives.
• Proven ability to complete tasks in support of achieving goals and improved performance
• Must be able to effectively manage frequent assignment changes

Proficient/Working Skills: (i.e. Forklift Certification, computer skills, problem solving skills)

• Must be proficient in English with the ability to read, write, analyze/evaluate charts, follow simple diagrams and perform basic arithmetic
• Basic proficiency with PCs (Personal Computers) and basic use of a Windows environment is required
• Use independent judgment to plan, perform, make decisions, troubleshoot and problem solve in areas on set up, operations, and processes
• Must be able to work in a repetitive work environment and be able to stand for long periods of time