11165H - Operations Associate I (Hourly)

Merit-Medical-Systems-Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Multiple Shifts and Hours to choose.

Medical/Dental & Other Insurances

Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic

Two Onsite Cafeterias

Employee Garden | Gardening Classes

3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time |

401K | Health Savings Account

Job summary

Merit Medical in Richmond, VA is hiring for a production team member to assist with medical device assembly. You will rotate through tasks on the assembly line, perform on-line inspection, and help ensure products meet quality standards.

The role emphasizes accuracy, dexterity, and teamwork in a fast-paced setting. The position supports basic math and reliable attendance, with opportunities to contribute to shipping and boxing processes.

Qualifications

• Education equivalent to a high school diploma.
• Rotates on the assembly line and meets line rate expectations.
• Ability to recognize and distinguish medical products by appearance.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in checking information.
• Knowledge of basic math and its application on the line.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions for repetitive tasks.
• Strong teamwork and dependable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Assembles medical products on an assembly line with rotating tasks.
• Performs on-line and in-process visual inspection per work orders.
• Ensures assembled product meets quality standards and rejects nonconforming items.
• Picks and verifies orders for accuracy and prepares shipments with labels.
• Performs basic boxing procedures and adheres to safety standards.
• Overtime may be required; performs additional tasks as needed.

Skills

Eye-hand coordination

Attention to detail

Basic math

Teamwork

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Why Merit?At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world.WORK SHIFTDAYSUMMARY OF DUTIESMay perform at least one of the following job functions: medical device assembly, picking orders, and boxing product as a production team member.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED1. Assembles medical products on an assembly operation, performing a variety of tasks on a rotating basis.2. Performs on-line and in-process visual inspection of products to ensure specifications per work order and procedure are followed.3. Ensures product assembled meets quality standards.4. Rejects product outside of specifications.5. Picks and verifies orders for accuracy.6. Prepares shipments including labels.7. Performs the basic boxing procedures.8. Adheres to safety standards.9. Working overtime may be required for this position.10. Performs other tasks, as required.ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS• Lifting - Not to exceed 50 lbs. – local practice may apply.• Writing• Sitting• Standing• Bending• Visual acuity• Color perception• Depth perception• Reading• Field of vision/peripheral• Fine motor skills• Noise• Chemical vapors• Soldering fumesSUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS• Education equivalent to a high school diploma.• Demonstrates competencies and ability to rotate in a specific assembly line.• Ability to meet line rate expectations.• Ability to recognize, identify and distinguish between different medical products by their appearance.• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in checking information.• Knowledge of basic math and the ability to apply it in work situations.• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions in performing repetitive tasks.• Ability to work as a team member.• Ability to perform a variety of tasks requiring dexterity and fine motor skills.• Ability to visually check work performed and identify whether a product has been assemble correctly.• Dependability in coming to work on time and meeting company attendance guidelines.COMPETENCIES• Medical product assembly/eye-hand coordination• Assembly line rotation• Quality inspectionCOMMENTSInfectious Control Risk Category III:The risk category explains whether or not employees are likely to come into contact with blood or body fluids while performing their jobs. Risk category III states employment and procedures that do not require exposure.As an eligible Merit employee, you can expect the following:* Multiple Shifts and Hours to choose from: Days, Swing (Eve), and Nights* Medical/Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days)* Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic* Two (2) Onsite Cafeterias* Employee Garden | Gardening Classes* 3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time | Paid Holidays* 401K | Health Savings AccountTo see more on our culture, go to www.merit.com/careers .