Extrusion Technician: Medical Devices - Growth & Training

Applied Medical Corporation; Mexicali; On-site; MXN 708,000 - 809,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Training and mentorship opportunities

On-campus wellness activities

Education reimbursement program

401(k) program with discretionaryemply

Generous vacation accrual and paid‑hol

Job summary

Applied Medical is seeking an Extrusion Technician to support manufacturing operations in Lake Forest, CA. The role involves setting up and operating extrusion equipment, monitoring process parameters, and maintaining equipment to ensure high-quality components.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, quality inspections with calibrated tools, and collaboration with production, quality, and engineering teams to drive process improvements and ensure ISO and QSR compliance while keeping a safe

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and manufacturing specifications.
• Willingness to learn new tooling, extrusion techniques, and materials.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate extrusion equipment to manufacture high-quality components that meet strict dimensional and performance specifications.
• Monitor extrusion processes by tracking temperature, pressure, line speed, and material feed to ensure consistent output and prevent defects.
• Perform equipment troubleshooting and maintenance to resolve mechanical or process issues, reduce downtime, and maintain production efficiency.
• Inspect and verify quality of extruded products using calibrated tools such as calipers, pin gauges, and rulers, ensuring compliance with design and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, quality assurance, and engineering to implement process improvements and maintain smooth operations.
• Document production data and adjustments accurately to support traceability, continuous improvement, and compliance with ISO and Quality System Regulation (QSR) standards.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by following established safety procedures and promptly addressing any non-conformance or equipment concerns.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint interpretation

Troubleshooting machinery

Quality awareness

Tools

Calibrated measuring instruments

Job description

Applied Medical is seeking an Extrusion Technician to support manufacturing operations in Lake Forest, CA. The role involves setting up and operating extrusion equipment, monitoring process parameters, and maintaining equipment to ensure high-quality components.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, quality inspections with calibrated tools, and collaboration with production, quality, and engineering teams to drive process improvements and ensure ISO and QSR compliance while keeping a safe