Manufacturing Technician

Pay Rate: $29 per hour

Summary:

• Location: Hopkinton, MA
• Performs functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks, as well as performing rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies.
• Uses sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products, instruments, or equipment.
• Determines and may assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process.
• Works with engineers in conducting experiments.

Responsibilities:

• Assembles and repairs various highly complex technical electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Tests the functionality of equipment or sub-assemblies.
• Familiar with standard production concepts, practices, and procedures within the manufacturing field such as Lean and ISO.
• Cross training of processes within product line and across product lines.
• Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature where the ability to recognize deviation from accepted practice is required.
• Normally receives general instructions on routine work and detailed instructions on new assignments.
• Must follow procedures (photodocs) to meet quality specifications for each job and not deviate from procedures.
• Assists engineering staff in refining assembly protocols and design of equipment and fixtures.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish daily/weekly goals.
• Works under general supervision; a certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.
• Working in a clean room environment.

Requirements:

• High school diploma required.
• 1+ years of experience in the field or a related area.
• Experience in soldering.

Preferred Skills:

• Prior experience in a GMP manufacturing environment is required.
• General understanding of machinery and mechanics is advantageous.
• Lean manufacturing experience a plus.
• General computer skills and experience with MS Office (Word/Excel).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; requires interaction with managers, supervisors, engineers, and other hourly associates in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of SAP (or similar) a plus.
• ISO knowledge a plus.
• Basic knowledge of engineering drawings.
• Assembler experienced working with complex electromechanical assemblies and instrumentation.
• Excellent manual dexterity to work on complex, intricate assemblies.
• Must follow procedures for all work orders (photodocs).
• Work safely and maintain a safe environment.
• Produce quality work with on-time delivery expectations.
• Minimize waste and maintain inventory in the work cell.
• Participate in 5s and LEAN activities.
• Work with team to drive continuous process improvements.
• Assist with new product development.