Assembler I - 2nd Shift- Willing to Train!

IPG Photonics; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential (2nd shift) 10%

Job summary

IPG Medical Corporation in Marlborough, MA is hiring for an entry-level position preparing fibers for medical surgical products. The role operates on the 2nd shift (3:00 PM–11:30 PM) with a 10% shift differential.

No prior experience required; high school diploma or equivalent is sufficient to start. The successful candidate will use hand tools and light power tools to process fiber, read instructions, and follow blueprints.

Qualifications

• Education requirement: high school or equivalent; vocational training preferred.
• No experience required for entry-level role.
• Must be able to read work instructions, blueprints or schematics and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Aligns and joins parts into housing, fabricates and builds equipment and subassemblies using power tools and hand tools.
• Follows instructions on work orders, cleaves and tests fiber.
• Adds RFID tag, measures and aligns fiber for laser.
• Sends completed fiber to stock location and records order in production database.
• Retrieves and packages completed fibers, ensures labeling and routing to next step (sterilization/QA).
• Assists with basic maintenance and problem recognition, escalating to supervisor when needed.

Skills

Read & interpret work instructions/diff

Basic computer literacy

Strong verbal & written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data entry

Production software

Job description

Willing to Train!

2nd shift- 3 pm- 11:30 pm (10% Shift Differential)

IPG Medical Corporation is focused on developing next-generation medical products based on its state-of-the-art technology. Headquartered in Marlborough, MA, we aspire to work together with our employees and customers to apply light in ways that improve life.

Our mission is to develop innovative medical device laser solutions that make the world a better place. To accomplish this mission, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent and an engaged and thriving workforce that drives a sustainable future for our company and society.

Working at IPG Medical Group you can expect challenging projects, a motivating and friendly environment, and competitive benefits.

Entry level position preparing fibers for medical surgical products. Assemblers use hand tools and light power tools to process fiber.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities are representative, but not all inclusive of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Aligns and joins parts into housing, modifies, fabricates, and builds equipment and subassemblies using power tools, hand tools, and various soldering equipment.
• Follows instructions on work order cleaves and tests fiber.
• Adds RFD tag, measures and aligns fiber for laser.
• Sends completed fiber to stock location.
• Records order in production database.
• Retrieves completed fibers from stock for packaging and labeling.
• Sends completed fiber to sterilizer then on to Quality Assurance department.
• Solves minor problems and recognizes bigger problems that require supervisor assistance.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education:
  • High school or equivalent; vocational school graduate preferred.
• Experience:
  • No experience required
• Skills:
  • Ability to read and interpret work instructions, blueprints, or schematics.
  • Basic computer literacy (Microsoft Office, data entry, production software).
• Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to lift up to 15 lbs.
  • Standing, bending, reaching, and walking for extended periods.

Core Competencies

• Strong oral, written and interpersonal skills required for interaction within the group, other departments and customers
• Results-oriented, with ability to multitask
• Aptitude to learn new systems and technologies
• Ability to maintain professional demeanor
• Collaborate with team
• Attention to detail
• Self-motivated and proactive
• English speaking with ability to read and write in English

Work Environment

• This is a 2nd shift position; new hires train on 1st shift for approximately 3-4 weeks before moving to their regular 2nd shift schedule.
• This role is performed in a manufacturing environment.
• Limited exposure to hazards.
• Requires adherence to all safety regulations and use of PPE, as required.