Assembler

Cook Medical; Vandergrift (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Medical in Vandergrift seeks an Assembler to follow specifications for product assembly, cleaning, labeling and packaging. You will operate equipment, maintain documentation and work within a controlled environment with gowning and hygiene requirements.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, pre-employment physical and drug screen, and the ability to read drawings and product documentation. Sponsorship is not provided by Cook Medical.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read, write and understand product documentation and drawings.
• Post-offer physical and drug screening required.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States; visa sponsorship not provided.

Responsibilities

• Read, understand and follow specifications for product being manufactured.
• Fabricate raw materials into specified products using mechanical or manual techniques.
• Perform inspections and testing as required.
• Complete necessary documentation accurately.
• Follow all quality system documents and safety requirements.
• Operate equipment and perform routine maintenance as assigned.
• Provide input to improve department operation and efficiency.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Eye-hand coordination

Reading & understanding documentation

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Measuring gauges

Job description

Overview

The Assembler at Cook Vandergrift is responsible for following procedures for product assembly/fabrication, cleaning, packaging, labeling, equipment operation and safety requirements as documented in the company's quality system.

Overview

The Assembler at Cook Vandergrift is responsible for following procedures for product assembly/fabrication, cleaning, packaging, labeling, equipment operation and safety requirements as documented in the company's quality system.

Responsibilities

• Read, understand and follow specifications for product being manufactured
• Fabricate raw materials into specified products using various mechanical and/or manual techniques
• Perform various inspections and/or testing as required
• Accurate completion of necessary documentation
• Follow all quality system documents
• Report to work punctually and as scheduled
• Perform fine manipulative processes, using a microscope/micro forge, video screen, and/or other equipment for the majority of the day, seated and/or standing at a workstation
• Perform work in a Controlled Environment with special gowning/clothing and hygiene requirements
• Perform various computer functions
• Perform routine maintenance on certain machinery used in production
• Provide training of production personnel
• Assist in introducing new or improved products into production
• Provide input to supervisor/manager to improve department operation and efficiency
• Identify and report possible preventative and corrective actions

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• Must pass a post-offer physical exam and drug screening
• Ability to read, write and understand product documentation and specification drawings
• Have the written skills to accurately complete paperwork
• Ability to use measuring devices and gauges
• Perform basic math skills and applications including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division including the ability to understand decimals
• Basic computer entry/retrieval skills
• Must have well-developed eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity skills
• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Cook does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this employment position.

Physical Requirements

• Good manual dexterity
• Ability to occasionally lift a maximum of 30 pounds
• Majority of day spent in Controlled Environment with special gowning/clothing and hygiene requirements
• Required use of safety glasses
• Limited exposure to hazardous chemicals used in manufacturing of products