Manufacturing Operator - ref. a6642303

Job Summary

He/She works in a cross-functional team with R&D, manufacturing, purchasing, planning and quality to develop the manufacturing of new products. This position will be based on site in San Mateo.

• Executing Production and Engineering builds
• Setting up and maintaining equipment
• Manufacturing operators may install tools, read blueprints/engineering drawings, and set up equipment.
• Operating machinery
• They may feed raw materials into machines, operate machines, and perform minor repairs.
• Monitoring production
• Manufacturing operators may monitor product standards, production equipment, and the overall efficiency of the production process.
• Enforcing safety protocols
• Manufacturing operators are responsible for following safety procedures to protect themselves and their colleagues.
• Performing quality control checks
• Manufacturing operators may inspect parts, test finished materials, and document any defects or issues.
• Labeling and tagging products
• Manufacturing operators may label and tag products to encourage customers to make a purchase.
• Communicating
• Manufacturing operators may interact with others, inform colleagues about safety procedures, and prepare detailed reports.
• Continuous Improvements
• Manufacturing operators may troubleshoot and identify areas of improvement in the manufacturing process.
• Create or modify process work instructions as required.
• General
• Support R&D, Mfg. Eng., Facilities, Operations and Quality as required.

Qualification Requirements

Experience/Education:

• Minimum 2-5 years in manufacturing/production operator experience.
• 1-3 years related experience in a medical device manufacturing environment preferred.
• Minimum of a High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Competencies:

• Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment, demonstrating teamwork, innovation and excellence.
• Self-motivated, decisive, with the ability to adapt to change and competing demands.
• Flexible with proven ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proven ability to work in an ambiguous environment and collaborate across multiple areas in order to achieve a common business objective.
• Detail oriented to create robust documentation.
• Basic skills in software applications, such as Microsoft Office
• Computer skills to be able to update/upload software onto a device with given work instructions
• Well organized and motivated to deploy robust processes.
• Experience in drafting comprehensive and well written Assembly Procedures, Travelers, Work Instructions, and other technical documents that are clear and easy to follow.
• Experience with process validations (IQ-OQ-PQ), Lean Sigma and 6S is a plus.

• Varied sitting, standing, and walking.
• Ability to lift and carry 50lbs. or less.