Assembler

Merit-Medical-Systems-Inc.; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental insurance

Onsite clinics

Onsite cafeterias

Vacation & holidays

401K & Health Savings Account

Veteran hiring

Job summary

Merit Medical invites applications for an assembly worker to join our day shift. You will rotate through an assembly line, perform on-line inspections, and support change-overs while upholding strict quality standards in a sterile environment.

Ideal candidates read, write and speak English or Spanish, are detail-oriented, and work well in a team. Prior manufacturing experience is preferred; overtime may be required to meet production targets.

Qualifications

• Must read, write and speak English or Spanish or meet local language requirement.
• Ability to rotate in a specific assembly line or work cell.
• Dexterity and fine motor skills required.
• Able to visually check work and identify correct assembly.
• Able to follow instructions in performing repetitive tasks.
• Team player in assembling sterile medical products.

Responsibilities

• Assembles medical products on an assembly operation with rotating tasks.
• Inspects products on-line and in-process per work orders and procedures.
• Assists with product and machine change-overs.
• Ensures products meet quality standards and rejects those outside specifications.
• Adheres to safety standards and may operate testing equipment for periodic testing.
• Overtime may be required and performs other related tasks as needed.

Skills

English/Spanish bilingual

Dexterity

Fine motor skills

Eye-hand coordination

Assembly line rotation

Quality inspection

Tools

Computerized test equipment operation

Job description

Work Shift:DAYWork Schedule: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.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED1. Assembles medical products on an assembly operation, performing a variety of tasks on a rotating basis.2. Ability to rotate through the assembly line.3. Performs on-line and in-process visual inspection of products to ensure specifications per work order and procedure are followed.4. Assists Team Leader and Technicians with product and/or machine change-overs.5. Ensures product assembled meets quality standards.6. Rejects product outside of specifications.7. Adheres to safety standards.8. May operate a variety of testing equipment required for periodic product and process testing.9. Working overtime may be required for this position.10. Performs other related tasks, as required.ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDSLifting - Not to exceed 50 lbs. – local practice may apply.WritingSittingStandingBendingVisual acuityColor perceptionDepth perceptionReadingField of vision/peripheralFine motor skillsNoiseChemical vaporsSoldering fumesSUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSMust be able to read, write and speak English, Spanish or meet local language requirement.Demonstrates competencies and ability to rotate in a specific assembly line or work cell.Ability to perform a variety of assembly tasks requiring dexterity and fine motor skills.Ability to visually check work performed and identify whether a product has been assembled correctly.Ability to follow instructions in performing repetitive tasks.Attentiveness in performing tasks.Ability to work as a member of a team in assembling sterile medical products.Ability to meet line rate expectations.PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONSThree months of experience, preferably in manufacturing.Three to six months of longevity in the same company.At the Corporate site, if the position is on a Spanish-language line, it is preferred that the individual be Spanish speaking or bilingual (English/Spanish).COMPETENCIESMedical product assembly/eye-hand coordinationAssembly line rotationQuality inspectionComputerized test equipment operationCOMMENTSInfectious 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 NightsMedical/Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days)Low Cost Onsite Medical ClinicTwo (2) Onsite CafeteriasEmployee Garden | Gardening Classes3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time | Paid Holidays401K | Health Savings AccountTo see more on our culture, go to www.merit.com/careers .Military Veterans are encouraged to Apply.Merit is a proud Utah Patriot Partner committed to hiring our Veterans.