Assembler II (Temporary/Contractor)

Inovio; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

INOVIO is seeking an Assembler II to join its manufacturing team in San Diego. You will assemble and test disposable and electronic medical devices in a controlled cleanroom environment, following detailed work instructions and standards.

You will handle wires, harnesses, and sub-assemblies, perform basic soldering, and generate production records. The role requires 2+ years in a regulated medical manufacturing setting and strong adherence to quality and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and Level I technical training.
• Minimum 2 years in a regulated medical manufacturing environment.
• Experience in cleanroom environments (class 8 or higher) and soldering.
• Ability to read schematics and assembly instructions.

Responsibilities

• Follow detailed assembly instructions to build disposable and electronic products in a cleanroom environment.
• Provide hands-on training to coworkers as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to facilitate manufacturing functions.
• Perform assembly of electronic components and sub-assemblies.
• Complete cable routing and securing of wire harnesses and components.
• Perform repairs to sub-assemblies and devices.
• Generate accurate production records.
• Notify supervisor of production abnormalities or unsafe conditions.
• Comply with Quality System policies and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Skills

Soldering

ESD knowledge

Reading schematics

Test instruments

Quality systems

Education

High school diploma

Technical/Vocational training Level I

Tools

Jigs and fixtures

Test equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Join our team and help build the future DNA medicine.

INOVIO is a biotechnology company focused on developing and commercializing DNA medicines to help treat and protect people from HPV-related diseases, cancer, and infectious diseases. INOVIO's technology optimizes the design and delivery of innovative DNA medicines that teach the body to manufacture its own disease-fighting tools. For more information, visit www.inovio.com.

Job summary

The Assembler II uses a variety of hand and power tools, fixtures, work instructions and test equipment to perform a series of operations to correctly assemble and/or test medical devices.

Essential job functions and duties

• Follow detailed assembly instructions, processes and procedures to build disposable and electronic products both in and out of a cleanroom environment.
• Provide hands on job function training to coworkers as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to facilitate manufacturing functions.
• Perform assembly of electronic components and sub-assemblies.
• Complete cable routing and securing of wire harnesses and components.
• Perform repairs to sub-assemblies and devices.
• Generate accurate production records.
• Notify supervisor of any production abnormality or unsafe condition/ practice.
• Comply with policies, guidelines and regulatory requirements per the Quality System.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Minimum requirements

• High school degree or equivalent; Technical/Vocational school, and completion of Level I or equivalent experience in a similar position.
• Minimum 2 years in a commercially regulated medical manufacturing environment. Technical training may be applied in lieu of experience.
• Experience working within a class 8 or higher cleanroom environment.
• Basic soldering & de-soldering skills strongly desired.
• Working knowledge of industry color and numeric codes.
• Ability to read schematics, drawings, and assembly instructions.
• Knowledge of ESD practices.
• Ability to use test instruments, jigs, and various hand tools.
• Ability to read and comprehend procedures written in English.
• Displayed comprehension of assembly practices and technologies.
• Familiarity with assembly tools, processes, and terminology.
• Technical knowledge of electronics and mechanical designs.
• Understanding of the application and functioning of test equipment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with a minimum of direct supervision.
• Understanding or experience with regulatory requirements (OSHA, FDA, ISO) and general safety.
• Self-motivated team player.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Medical device manufacturing experience.
• Familiarity with personal computers.
• Technical writing skills desired.
• Lifting to 30 pounds.

Disclaimer

INOVIO Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including but not limited to veterans and individuals with disabilities. We prohibit discrimination of any kind. In keeping with our policy, we recruit, hire, train, and promote the most qualified individuals for all job titles, and we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.

A current US work authorization is required. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

INOVIO offers an attractive benefits package and is an equal opportunity employer.

Important notice to employment businesses/agencies

INOVIO does not accept referrals from employment agencies unless written authorization from the INOVIO Human Resources department has been provided. In the absence of written authorization, any actions undertaken by employment agencies shall be deemed to have been performed without our consent and therefore INOVIO will not be liable for any fees arising from employment agency referrals in respect to current or future position vacancies at INOVIO.