Manufacturing Technician [Level I] [Night Shift] (49039)

Manufacturing Technician I Are you a reliable team player with a great attitude and customer service approach? Do you have an aptitude for accuracy and enjoy the variety of learning multiple functions to support production operations? Velocity medtech is hiring a Manufacturing Technician for secondary processes in support of production operations.From entry-level to experienced, we want to meet you! Apply today for an opportunity to join a dynamic, growing, team-oriented company with great benefits!Company Benefits IncludeMON to THUR - 4 x 10s, 2nd Shift: 3:55 PM - 2:15 AM; $1 Shift differential; and Companywide bonus plan eligibilityPaid time off, up to 80 hours of company-paid holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance are offered. Company-paid life Insurance of $25K, Company-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and a 401(k) plan with up to 4% safe-harbor match are also offered. Benefits are subject to plan terms and conditions.Velocity is a dynamic, fast-growing contract manufacturer specializing in medical device implants, instruments, cases, and trays. We have over 250 employees across the US.Job SummaryThe manufacturing technician may hold a primary function but has multiple responsibilities across secondary processes. The role may include aspects of assembly, kitting, material handling, tending machines, running a process line (anodize/passivation), silk screening, deburring, laser marking, packaging, shipping, receiving, and inventory control.Essential Job FunctionsSpecialized Job FunctionsMaterial Handling & Kitting: Raw material handling including cutting, prepping, kitting, and distribution of various types of metals. Warehouse processes including order picking, cycle counts, material identification and inventory control. Assembly: Follow prints to assemble parts and products. Laser marking: Operate, program, set up and troubleshoot laser systems for part marking. Finishing: Perform deburr, tumbling, polishing, and ultrasonic cleaning processes. Coating & Cleaning: Perform passivation and anodizing processes. Ensure that bath chemicals are maintained such that the tanks remain within established and documented operating ranges, to include pH, salinity, PPM.Quality: Measure and document engineering and fabrication parts, using a variety of tools. Visually inspect parts for defects using scope. Packaging: Label and package product for shipping. General Job FunctionsResponsible for the setup, maintenance, and tear down of work areas, equipment, and materials; keeps work area neat and tidy, including sweep and mop daily. Organizes such materials and equipment, data, and workflow to ensure job requirements are achieved.Read, interpret, and adhere to work instructions, regulations, manuals, and quality procedures.Properly operate, maintain, and store mechanical tools and equipment required to perform the job.Report job status to the supervisor, including any malfunctions, non-conformances, damaged equipment, or other obstacles to production.Ensure the on-time completion of tasks and reviews work for quality and completeness. Take into consideration and participates in activities that fulfill compliance requirements to the ISO (International Organization for Standardization) Quality Standards and the Quality Manual, as applicable.Demonstrate clear and effective communication, both verbal and written. Prepare, maintain, and submit accurate paperwork as required, including job reports, timekeeping records, etc.Adhere to all applicable environmental, safety and health, and operations procedures and directives, including the proper use of personal protective equipment following manufacturer specifications, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and company guidelines. Ensure and promote safe work practices and rectify job site hazards, including clean work areas. Read, understand, and interpret the lockout/tag-out indicators in the work area. Know, understand, and adhere to organizational policies and procedures; align with and represents the mission, vision, and core values. Regularly report to work on time, maintain acceptable attendance requirements, and work overtime as required. Perform other related tasks as assigned, some of which may become essential to the position, including cross-training in other departments and machines. Support internal processes, including Managing for Daily Improvement (MDI), Integrated Business Planning (IBP), Good Manufacturing Principles (GMP), and Good Documentation Practices (GDP). Support On-Time-Delivery (OTD) and Quality metric targets; seek opportunities to increase productivity and eliminate waste.Execute departmental work plans in conformance with company policies, procedures, regulations, best practices, management objectives, priorities, and financial impact on the business. Read, interpret, and adhere to applicable drawings, blueprints, wire diagrams, manufacturing specifications, work instructions, regulations, manuals, and quality procedures.Attend and participate in applicable meetings and reports on key metrics. Maintain company records per applicable regulations and properly execute various forms, reports, and disclosures, as appropriate.Exemplify good work practices, behaviors, and leadership traits; operate with integrity; treat others respectfully; demonstrate integrity, reliability, teamwork, initiative, creativity, problem-solving, and decision-making. Supports interdepartmental cooperation.Demonstrate clear and effective communication, both verbal and written. Prepares, maintains, and submits accurate paperwork as required, including job reports, timekeeping records, etc.Adhere to all applicable environmental, safety, health, and operations procedures and directives. This includes properly using personal protective equipment following manufacturer specifications, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and company guidelines. Ensure job site safety, promote safe work practices and rectifiy job hazards, including clean work areas. Read, understand, and interpret the lockout/tag-out indicators in the work area. Know, understand, and adhere to Company organizational policies and procedures; align with and represent the Company's mission, vision, core values, and cultural tenants. Skills And AbilitiesRequired Skills and AbilitiesProblem-solving, critical thinking, and mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).Organizational skills and a high level of attention to detail.Interpersonal skills that foster collaboration and positive relationships with stakeholders. Ability to maintain a positive attitude and respond well to change and constructive feedback. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Must be able to wear safety equipment, as required. Must be able to understand, read, write, and speak English.Preferred Skills And AbilitiesExcellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Business systems including Microsoft Office programs (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel), ERP, and MRP.) Experience working in manufacturing with trade terminology and nomenclature.Track record in process improvement and lean manufacturing.Medical device manufacturing experience.A thorough understanding and a working knowledge of all job phases.Knowledge And ExperienceRequired Knowledge and Experience0-3 Years (L1), 4-6 Years (L2), 7+ Years (L3) of experience in a related job role Or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties and responsibilities as described, including an internship in relevant trade. Preferred Knowledge And ExperienceHigh School Diploma/GED or trade/technical certification Experience working in manufacturing with trade terminology and nomenclatureExperience reading blueprints and using precision measuring equipment Understanding of lean manufacturing principlesPossess and demonstrate a thorough understanding and a working knowledge of all phases of the job.Physical/Mental Involvement & Environmental FactorsPhysical Requirements: While performing this job's duties, employees are regularly required to sit, walk, stand, bend, crouch, crawl, and twist. Reach, push, and pull with hands and arms. Lift to 50 pounds. Talk and hear, both in person and by telephone.Mental Requirements: Employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information, and documents; analyze and solve non-routine and complex problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines with frequent interruptions, and interact with staff, the public.Working Conditions: 100% of work takes place inside an industrial office/warehouse environment. Employees work in proximity to moving machinery, mechanical parts, and vehicles and may have exposure to prolonged loud noise, including sirens, horns, and tooling. Employees may handle hazardous material or have exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, biological hazards, and airborne fumes. The noise level is usually mild to moderate 75% of the time. DisclaimerJob descriptions are not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or changed at any time with or without notice. Job descriptions are developed through observation of work, information from the marketplace, and interviews with workers and supervisors currently performing the job.