Manufacturing Technician - Molding

About Cretex Medical

Cretex Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for the medical device industry. Our customers view us as a trusted partner in the areas of injection molding, laser processing, metal stamping and device assembly. Learn more at

Position summary:

The Manufacturing Technician I will be responsible for working alongside Manufacturing Engineers supporting technical operations in a high-volume medical device contract manufacturing facility. This person is directly responsible for assembling prototypes, executing test protocols, documenting results, evaluating new manufacturing process instructions, and providing feedback to the engineering and manufacturing teams. This position will also assist with developing and maintaining tooling and fixtures.

Shift Available:

1st shift: 6:30am-3pm Monday-Friday

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• First point of contact for technical support escalation for operations
• Provide assembly process feedback to the engineering team
• Responsible to monitor, inspect, setup, calibrate, and maintain manufacturing process equipment
• Diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues, including but not limited to, machining, injection molding, laser processing, stamping, or packaging
• Assist engineers as they create, modify, and test products and processes
• Inspect products and processes for flaws and identify areas of improvement
• Conduct tests and collect data in support of validation activities
• Utilize and uses computer-aided design and drafting software
• Develops production drawings for manufacturing
• Reads and complies with work instructions, set up sheets, and checklists
• Enters production information into the ERP system on a timely basis
• Generate ECO/DCO and process documentation changes related to manufacturing changes, such as work instruction changes, print changes, documentation updates, etc.
• Perform equipment set-ups as required
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment

Job Requirements

• 3 years of experience in a manufacturing role
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices & Quality Systems Regulations
• Must have good communication and documentation skills
• Must have problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to cross train in other areas of production when required
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Medical Product experience

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Associate Degree in Engineering
• Engineering experience
• Working knowledge of CAD software platforms AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Pro-E experience is desired.