Manufacturing Operator

C01 Cochlear Limited (Australia); City of Lake Macquarie; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cochlear Limited invites applications for a Manufacturing Operator on a 12 month fixed-term contract, based at Macquarie University or Lane Cove in NSW, Australia. The role focuses on assembling components and sub-assemblies for Cochlear implant systems, meeting productivity and quality targets while working within a team.

The position supports variable shift patterns (Day 6am–2pm; Afternoon 2:15pm–10:15pm) and requires the ability to read and understand work instructions, wear appropriate

Qualifications

• No previous experience required.
• Ability to read and write English to understand work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform manufacturing tasks in line with work instructions and procedures.
• Set up, maintain, operate and monitor manufacturing equipment and machines.
• Use a microscope for micro assembly tasks as required.
• Comply with gowning procedures and work instructions for product safety and QMS requirements.

Skills

Micro assembly

Reading instructions

Job description

Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close this advertisement at any time.

Cochlear’s mission is to help people hear and be heard. As the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, Cochlear is dedicated to helping people with moderate to profound hearing loss experience a world full of sound. We aim to transform the way people understand and treat hearing loss and innovate to connect people with future technologies. Our employees tell us that the number one reason they enjoy working for Cochlear is the opportunity to make a difference to people’s lives. Learn and grow with us as we tackle the most complex challenges in helping more people to experience a lifetime of hearing.

A fantastic opportunity for you to join Cochlear as a Manufacturing Operator on a 12 month Fixed Term Contract based either in Macquarie university or Lane Cove.

Manufacturing Operators play a pivotal role in assembling components and sub-assemblies for the Cochlear Implant System, by meeting productivity and quality requirements and working effectively to achieve team business outcomes.

The key responsibilities include:

• Perform manufacturing tasks in line with work instructions and procedures
• Set up, maintain, operate and monitor manufacturing equipment/machines in line with work instructions, procedures & equipment care sheets
• Strong micro assembly skills, with the use of a microscope to perform complex operations
• Comply with required gowning procedures and work instructions for the purpose of product safety and adhering to QMS requirements

You will be initially allocated on one of our current shift patterns. The shift times are: Day shift – 6am – 2pm Afternoon shift – 2:15pm – 10:15pm Flexibility between teams, site locations and shift operations is required.

Why this role is right for you?

• No previous experience needed
• Micro assembly skills (using a microscope to perform complex operations)
• Ability to read and write English – to the level of understanding work instructions, procedures & equipment care sheets
• Ability to wear manufacturing garments (for example - mask, hood, gloves, hair net, coverall)
• Ability to work in both our sites: Macquarie University and Lane Cove

High school leavers are welcome to apply!

Pre-Employment Medical Examination

At Cochlear, we care about your well-being and have a strong focus regarding the safety of our employees. An offer of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination. This ensures you’re competent and ready to contribute to our mission of changing lives through hearing.

If you feel that you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role and take on new challenges to build your career with Cochlear.

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How we recognise your contribution

At Cochlear we value and welcome the unique contributions, perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds of our employees and aim to build a culture that celebrates and leverages these differences, creating a sense of belonging and enabling our people to realise their full potential. Through our internal programs and employee benefits, we aim to create an environment where our people will feel value and supported. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or simply finding an environment which enables you to thrive whilst balancing family or personal life commitments, then we have several programs in place to support you.

For more information about Life at Cochlear, visit www.cochlearcareers.com

Our growth is creating great opportunities! Our team is expanding and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it.

So once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you!

We're the global leader in implantable hearing solutions. We have provided more than 600,000 implantable devices, helping people of all ages to lead full and active lives. We help people hear and be heard. We empower people to connect with others and live a full life. We help transform the way people understand and treat hearing loss. We innovate and bring to market a range of implantable hearing solutions that deliver a lifetime of hearing outcomes.