Job Description

Position: Instrument Assembly Technician - Electronics background is required (Need Assembly Technicians)

Location: Sparks, MD

Duration: 12 Months

Total Hours/week: 40

Shift: 1st Shift (7am - 3:30pm)

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)

Job Description:

Job Overview

• 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 a 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 accordance with 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.
• 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.

Proficient/Working 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 setup, operations, and processes.
• Must be able to work in a repetitive work environment and be able to stand for long periods of time.

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