Assembly Technician

What You’ll Do:

• Assemble instrument and consumable assemblies with high quality and consistency for use in prototype testing as well as formal verification and validation testing;
• Perform in-process and final inspection and test of assemblies, creating records for completed units as well as initiating non-conformance reports where needed;
• Set up, operate, and monitor automated and semi-automated equipment used in the assembly process;
• Use microscopes, torque tools, fixtures and measurement devices to complete assembly steps accurately;
• Collaborate in the development, setup, and maintenance of cGMP processes as we transition from prototype assembly processes to production-scale processes;
• Provide feedback and recommendations to the manufacturing engineers for improvements to manufacturing work instructions, assembly, and test fixtures and processes; 
• Maintain accurate records of production, including taking inventory of production and prototype materials through cycle counting and physical inventories;
• Apply 5s and lean principles to maintain organization and good housekeeping practices in the manufacturing area;
• Work with Engineering and Assay Development teams to incorporate improvements into the manufacturing process based on testing results and observations;
• Participate in process FMEAs and risk identification as well as assisting with the implementation of appropriate countermeasures;
• Assist Manufacturing Engineering in the setup and validation of new equipment for use in the assembly process;
• Execute daily, weekly, and monthly preventive maintenance and cleaning activities of equipment and manufacturing areas;
• Support and participate in root cause investigations for, Out-of-Specification (OOS) investigations, Quality Incident Notifications, and CAPA actions related to manufactured products and manufacturing processes.

What You’ll Need:

• High school diploma;
• 3+ years of industry experience in medical device or electronic assembly, preferably in a cGMP environment;
• Excellent manual dexterity and visual acuity;
• Ability to read, understand and follow written assembly and test instructions and maintain high levels of accuracy
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail;
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask across projects and activities;
• Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and participate in multi-disciplinary teams.

• Experience working with reagents and use of pipettes and liquid measuring equipment
• Experience with optical alignments, microfluidics or sensor based instruments
• Experience with 5s, kanbans, and lean manufacturing processes;
• Prior experience with single-use cartridge assembly, reagent fill and seal, or complex instrument assembly would be welcomed;
• An appreciation of puns!

Why Join Us?

• Get an opportunity to shape the future of medical diagnostics and make a meaningful impact on global healthcare;
• Be in collaborative environment with a high-performing team dedicated to innovation and excellence;
• Have a platform to showcase your talents and grow professionally in a company that values your contributions.